Distressed Ubju 7 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF DIN Slab' by FontFont, 'Hefring Slab' by Inhouse Type, 'Vin Slab Pro' by Mint Type, 'Diamond Lake' by Rillatype, 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry, 'Defender' by Storm Type Foundry, and 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, logotypes, western, vintage, rustic, gritty, bold, period flavor, print wear, rugged impact, poster punch, slab serif, blocky, ink-trap, roughened, pressed.
A heavy, slab‑serif display face with compact proportions and squared, blocklike construction. Strokes are thick with restrained contrast, terminals are blunt, and the serifs read as sturdy brackets or slabs that reinforce a poster-style silhouette. The contours show deliberate distressing: rough edges, small nicks, and uneven interior counters that mimic worn type or imperfect print. Round forms stay fairly upright and compressed, and the overall rhythm is forceful and punchy rather than delicate.
Works best for headlines and short, high-impact copy where the distressed texture can be appreciated—posters, signage, product labels, and packaging with a handcrafted or vintage theme. It can also suit bold wordmarks and event graphics where a rugged, old-print feel is desired.
The texture and stout slab forms evoke a frontier and workwear attitude—part saloon poster, part rubber-stamp grit. It feels aged and tactile, suggesting ink on paper, wood type, or letterpress impressions. The tone is assertive and a little rough, ideal for designs that want character over polish.
Designed to deliver a condensed, high-impact slab-serif voice while adding authentic-looking wear to simulate aged printing. The goal appears to be immediate recognizability and mood-setting texture, giving common letterforms a tactile, timeworn personality.
Distress is consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, giving long lines of text a cohesive speckled color. Counters remain readable despite the wear, and the condensed stance helps the font hold together in tight headline settings. Numerals are robust and straightforward, matching the same stamped, weathered finish.