Distressed Itmun 9 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Festivo LC' by Ahmet Altun, 'Bebas Neue Pro' by Dharma Type, 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, and 'Cervino' by Typoforge Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, album art, apparel, grunge, rugged, vintage, handmade, raw, add texture, evoke print, create grit, signal handmade, textured, roughened, stamped, inked, weathered.
A compact, heavy display face with condensed proportions and a rough, ink-worn surface. Strokes are mostly monoline in feel but show subtle swelling and thinning from irregular edges and softened corners, as if printed from a distressed stamp or worn type. Counters are rounded and sometimes slightly pinched, with speckled voids and uneven interior contours that create a tactile, used look. Overall spacing is tight and rhythmically consistent, with sturdy verticals and simplified terminals that prioritize impact over refinement.
Works best at larger sizes where the distressed texture can be appreciated—posters, bold headlines, labels, and packaging with a tactile or retro-print vibe. It also fits album/playlist artwork, merch and apparel graphics, and brand marks that benefit from a stamped, handcrafted tone.
The texture and uneven contours give the font a gritty, analog personality that feels handmade and timeworn. It reads as assertive and a little gritty—suited to designs that want authenticity, noise, and a DIY edge rather than polished neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver strong, condensed impact while simulating imperfect printing and surface wear. Its goal is to add instant character and grit to display typography, evoking inked type, rough stamping, or aged signage.
Capitals and lowercase share a cohesive blocky skeleton, while the distressed details vary enough to keep long lines visually lively. The numerals match the same worn, ink-bleed treatment, helping headings and short callouts feel unified across letters and figures.