Slab Contrasted Kobik 3 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chronicle Text' by Hoefler & Co., 'Cassia' by Hoftype, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, and 'Cabrito' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, confident, traditional, scholarly, sturdy, authority, readability, impact, tradition, stability, bracketed, bookish, high-ink, robust, crisp.
A robust slab-serif with compact, squared terminals and clearly bracketed serifs that give the outlines a solid, anchored feel. Strokes are mostly even with only modest modulation, producing a strong, dark typographic color and steady rhythm in text. Proportions lean generous in the capitals with open counters and a slightly blocky presence, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, workmanlike structure. Details like the sturdy beaks/arms and the substantial feet on verticals reinforce a grounded, print-oriented silhouette.
Well-suited to headlines and subheads where a strong serif voice is needed, and it also fits editorial contexts such as magazine features or book-cover typography. Its sturdy slabs and consistent texture make it a good choice for posters and branding systems that want a traditional, dependable character.
The overall tone reads classic and authoritative, with an editorial gravitas that feels established rather than trendy. Its firm slabs and dense presence convey reliability and seriousness, suitable for content that aims to look credible and deliberate.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic slab-serif presence that balances readability with assertive impact. It aims for a dependable, print-like texture and a confident, traditional tone while keeping letterforms straightforward and highly legible.
In the sample text, the face maintains a consistent texture across mixed case and punctuation, with slab forms helping characters stay distinct at display sizes. Numerals appear weighty and stable, matching the letters’ sturdy construction and contributing to a cohesive, no-nonsense voice.