Distressed Kozi 6 is a very bold, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Bergk' by Designova, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, 'CG Triumvirate' by Monotype, and 'Europa Grotesk SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, album covers, packaging, event flyers, grunge, rugged, industrial, vintage, assertive, printed texture, gritty impact, vintage wear, diy edge, rough edges, worn texture, ink bleed, poster-like, compressed.
A condensed, heavy display face with chunky, mostly monoline stems and compact counters. The letterforms have irregular, eroded edges and blotchy interior voids that suggest worn ink, rough printing, or a distressed stencil-like cut. Corners are softened and uneven, curves are slightly lumpy, and stroke endings look torn rather than crisply terminated. Spacing and widths vary modestly across glyphs, adding a handmade, imperfect rhythm while keeping a stable upright structure.
Best suited to short-form display work such as posters, bold headlines, album or editorial cover treatments, packaging callouts, and event flyers where a rough, printed texture is desirable. It also works well for badges, labels, and signage-style graphics when set at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is gritty and forceful, with a DIY, screen-printed character that reads as tough and weathered. It evokes underground posters, utilitarian labeling, and vintage ephemera where texture and impact matter more than refinement.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact typography with an aged, battered surface, simulating imperfect production methods like letterpress wear, over-inking, or distressed printing. Its narrow proportions and heavy mass prioritize strong presence in tight horizontal spaces while the texture supplies character and attitude.
The distress pattern is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals, helping the texture feel intentional rather than accidental. Counters can close up at smaller sizes due to the heavy weight and speckled erosion, while larger settings showcase the tactile detail best.