GraFix Gunshot Font — Free for Personal Use (Personal Only)
Bold vintage vibes with classic spurs. Perfect for stickers, signage & statement titles. தமிழ் + English full guide below.
என்ன இந்த GraFix Gunshot? / What is GraFix Gunshot?
தமிழில் (Short): GraFix Gunshot ஒரு vintage serif-style display font. எழுத்துக்குள் வரும் spur endings (gunshot splash போல) நம்ம ஊரு poster & sticker style-க்கு செம vibe கொடுக்கும். Heading, logo, vehicle stickers, t-shirt mockups—இவ்ளாமே bold-ஆ standout ஆகும்.
In English: GraFix Gunshot is a punchy vintage serif crafted for impact. The decorative spur terminals mimic “gunshot splashes,” giving your titles a rugged, old-school poster charm while staying crisply modern for today’s print & cut workflows.
Tradition meets forward-thinking: classic serif bones, modern OpenType build, clean contours for vector cutting. Gen-Z splash, timeless discipline. 🔥
Highlights & Features
Design
- Strong contrast serif with decorative spur terminals (gunshot-style).
- Optimized counters for legibility at medium-large sizes.
- Clean bezier curves for plotters (reduced nodes, smooth corners).
- Looks great filled or as bold outline with stroke.
Glyph Set
- Uppercase A–Z & lowercase a–z
- Note: No Tamil glyphs in v1.0
Technical
- Format: OTF (OpenType with PostScript outlines)
- Hinting tuned for desktop preview
- Works in Windows 10/11, macOS
- Compatible with FlexiSign Pro, Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Photoshop
- Cutting-friendly: Convert to curves & weld for vinyl jobs
Best For
- Tempo traveller / car body stickers
- Shop boards & event posters
- Badges, esports logos, merch titles
- Thick outline stencil effects
Preview & Gallery
Tip: For thick outline looks, keep Fill = None & add Stroke 2–4 pt; expand/convert to curves before cutting.
Install Guide (Windows & Mac)
Windows 10/11
- Download the font: .otf file.
- Right-click → Install or double-click → Install.
- Restart apps (FlexiSign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
- Find it as GraFix Gunshot in the font list.
- Settings → Personalization → Fonts → drag the OTF in.
- Clear font cache or restart PC.
macOS
- Double-click the .otf → Font Book opens.
- Click Install. Validate if prompted.
- Quit & reopen design apps to refresh the font menu.
If you maintain separate user accounts, install for “All Users” for cutting stations.
FlexiSign Pro Workflow (Sticker Cutting)
- Type your text with GraFix Gunshot.
- For an outline only look: set Fill = None, Stroke = 2–4 pt.
- Go to Arrange → Convert to Outlines (or Weld) to create vectors.
- Use DesignCentral to clean joins; merge overlaps to avoid double cuts.
- Before sending to cutter: Select → Simplify (reduce nodes) for smooth motion.
- Preview toolpath; ensure tiny inner counters aren’t too small for your vinyl.
| Use-case | Recommended Size | Stroke | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle side text | ≥ 80 mm height | 3–4 pt | High contrast; weld for long strips |
| Helmet / badge | ≥ 25 mm | 2–3 pt | Keep counters open |
| Shop board title | ≥ 120 mm | 3–6 pt | Outline + drop shadow (layered vinyl) |
Font Pairing & Real-World Ideas
GraFix Gunshot works best as a display face. Pair with simple sans-serifs for body/support text.
- Gunshot + Inter/Roboto: Clean modern sans to balance the vintage vibe.
- Gunshot + Cinzel/Trajan-style: For ceremonial/classic posters.
- Gunshot + Monospace (UI): Badge or tech-meets-retro look.
License — Free for Personal Use (Personal Only)
Short Tamil: இந்த font-ஐ தனிப்பட்ட பயன்பாட்டிற்கு மட்டும் இலவசமாக download செய்து பயன்படுத்தலாம்—home prints, school projects, personal social posts, mockups. Commercial/Business வேலைகளுக்கு பணம் கொடுத்து license வாங்கணும்.
Allowed (Personal)
- Personal posters, wallpapers, invitations (no sale).
- Personal social media graphics & thumbnails.
- Practice works, portfolio mockups (mark as “Personal/Non-commercial”).
Not Allowed (Without Commercial License)
- Selling prints, stickers, merch, signage or client work.
- Embedding in apps, templates, or redistributing the font file.
- Uploading to any font sites / repositories. Link back here instead.
Commercial license & permissions: contact via the form below or email: contact@grafixprompt.com
FAQ — Quick Answers
Is this truly free?
Yes—free for personal use only. Any business/client/commercial scenario needs a paid license.
Can I edit the outlines?
Yes, convert to curves and edit nodes. But don’t resell or re-release as a new font.
Does it support Tamil letters?
No Tamil glyphs in this version. Use it for Latin titles paired with Tamil body fonts.
Kerning looks tight in my cutter—what to do?
Increase tracking +10 to +20 first, then convert to curves. Adjust overlaps and weld.
Any naming guideline?
List it as GraFix Gunshot. Please don’t rename in deliverables.
Credits & Contact
Designed and maintained by GraFix Design (Ganesh). Feedback, bug reports, and commercial license queries welcome. Old-school respect for craft + next-gen tools—that’s the vibe. ✨
Reach us: contact@grafixprompt.com · Telegram: @grafixprompt_ta
Download & Try — Then Upgrade if You Go Pro
Test it on your personal mockups. If it clicks for brand or client work, grab the commercial license—play fair, build long-term.
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