Typewriter Fino 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, packaging, posters, labels, typewriter, retro, utilitarian, workmanlike, typed texture, vintage utility, document feel, print realism, rounded slabs, inked, soft corners, blunt terminals, mechanical.
A monoline serif design with rounded, slab-like terminals and gently softened corners that evoke ink spread and metal type impact. Strokes stay fairly even with minimal contrast, while counters are open and slightly squarish in places, giving the shapes a sturdy, practical rhythm. The serifs are short and blunt, often ending in rounded wedges, and curves (like C, G, O, and e) show subtle unevenness that reads as printed rather than drawn. Overall spacing and proportions feel systematic and measured, supporting a consistent, grid-like texture in text.
Well-suited for editorial layouts, long-form passages that want a typed flavor, and captions or sidebars where a utilitarian voice is desirable. It also fits packaging, tags, and signage-style compositions that benefit from a mechanical, stamped or typed impression. For display use, it can add retro credibility to headlines and short statements without overwhelming the layout.
The font conveys a mechanical, archival tone—matter-of-fact and slightly nostalgic, like paperwork, labels, or typed correspondence. Its softened edges and mild irregularities add warmth and a touch of worn authenticity without becoming overtly distressed. The result feels straightforward and dependable, with a hint of vintage character.
The design appears intended to recreate the look of classic typed output—structured, consistent, and practical—while incorporating softened terminals and slight print-like irregularities to avoid a sterile digital feel. It aims for clear reading in text while preserving the recognizable character of typewritten forms.
Capitals are sturdy and compact with prominent slab accents, while lowercase maintains clear differentiation and a steady baseline presence. Numerals match the same blunt, inked construction, helping the set feel cohesive in mixed alphanumeric settings. The texture in the sample paragraph remains even and readable, with a distinctive “typed” cadence.