Flathead
Letterhead Fonts · John Davis
A racing-themed display typeface by John Davis, sold in regular and slanted cuts, each with optional convex inset variants for dimensional sign and vehicle lettering work.
About
Flathead is built around the aesthetic of speed-inspired custom lettering, offering four subfamilies across upright and slanted versions, each available with or without convex insets that add visual depth. The set includes 12 stylistic ligatures and alternates per font, giving designers flexibility for sign-making, vehicle graphics and similar decorative applications. Its styling sits firmly in the American custom lettering tradition familiar from hot-rod and automotive culture.
Classification
A decorative display typeface designed for speed and vehicle lettering aesthetics, with stylistic variants including convex insets and a slanted version typical of custom sign-painting traditions.