Typewriter Ikba 3 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: posters, editorial, packaging, labels, quotes, nostalgic, utilitarian, analog, rugged, retro, typewriter feel, printed texture, robust legibility, vintage voice, slab serif, rounded terminals, soft corners, inked, blunted serifs.
This is a heavy, slab-serif, typewriter-like design with sturdy verticals and broad, rounded terminals. Strokes are largely uniform, with softened corners and subtly uneven contours that mimic ink spread or worn metal type. Proportions are generous and open, with a compact rhythm and firm baseline presence that keeps lines looking steady and mechanical despite the organic edge treatment.
It works well for headings, short paragraphs, quotes, and UI elements where a typewritten or archival voice is desired. The dense color and sturdy forms make it suitable for posters, packaging, labels, editorial pull quotes, and title treatments that benefit from a bold, tactile presence. It can also support code-like or tabular layouts where even character spacing is important, especially when a vintage tone is preferred over a crisp technical aesthetic.
The font conveys a utilitarian, workmanlike tone with a touch of analog charm. Its softened, slightly irregular edges add a human, tactile feel that reads as nostalgic and a bit gritty rather than sleek or corporate.
The design appears intended to recreate the look of heavy typewriter or stamped lettering while remaining clear and sturdy in continuous text. The softened joins and blunted serifs suggest a deliberate effort to introduce printed imperfection and warmth without sacrificing the disciplined, measured rhythm associated with fixed-width typography.
The numerals and capitals have a strong, blocky silhouette with rounded slab cues, and the lowercase maintains a compact, steady rhythm. The sample text shows consistent spacing and a pronounced, inked texture effect that becomes a key part of the font’s personality at larger sizes.