Distressed Sehe 1 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, logos, apparel, playful, handmade, rugged, casual, lively, handmade feel, analog texture, expressive display, rugged warmth, brushy, textured, blotchy, rounded, chunky.
A heavy, brush-driven sans with compact, chunky forms and noticeably uneven stroke edges. Counters are generally open but irregular, with occasional ink traps and blot-like fill that suggest dry-brush or worn print behavior. Round letters (O, Q) are broadly oval and slightly lumpy, while straight stems and crossbars show subtle wobble and rough termini rather than crisp cuts. Spacing and letter widths vary from glyph to glyph, producing an organic rhythm and a distinctly handmade texture in both caps and lowercase.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings where texture is an asset: posters, headlines, packaging, merch/apparel graphics, and logo wordmarks that want a handmade edge. It also works well for themed displays and punchy callouts where a warm, imperfect print feel helps the message stand out.
The overall tone is informal and energetic, with a crafty, scrappy personality that feels tactile and human. Its distressed texture reads as intentionally imperfect, leaning toward playful grit rather than refinement, making text feel expressive and personable.
The design appears intended to simulate bold hand-painted or heavily inked lettering with natural variation and distressed artifacts. Its irregular edges and uneven internal texture aim to add personality and a tactile, analog feel to display typography.
Capitals carry a sturdy, poster-like presence, while the lowercase adds extra character through inconsistent stroke weight and varied silhouettes that enhance the rough, printed effect. Numerals follow the same brushy texture and simplified construction, maintaining the font’s bold, handmade voice across alphanumerics.