Slab Contrasted Tysi 10 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF More' by FontFont, 'Alkes' by Fontfabric, and 'PT Serif Pro' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, editorial, assertive, vintage, collegiate, industrial, impact, authority, readability, heritage, bracketed serifs, chunky, crisp, sturdy, high impact.
A very heavy slab-serif with broad proportions, strong horizontals, and compact interior counters. Serifs are blocky and slightly bracketed, giving the letterforms a carved, sturdy feel rather than a purely geometric one. Stroke endings are crisp and squared, with moderate contrast that helps counters stay open even at heavy weight. The lowercase shows a traditional, text-forward build (two-storey a, sturdy bowls, and a firm, rectangular rhythm), while numerals are wide and dense with simple, emphatic shapes.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, posters, and branding where a strong, unmistakable voice is needed. It can also work for short editorial blocks or pull quotes when set with comfortable tracking and leading, but it will be most effective where scale and contrast can showcase its sturdy slab details.
The overall tone is confident and authoritative, with a classic print sensibility. Its weight and slab structure read as dependable and workmanlike, while the slightly softened transitions add a vintage, editorial warmth.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a traditional slab-serif structure—combining bold, attention-grabbing mass with familiar book-like proportions for legibility in display and short text settings.
Spacing and sidebearings appear generous for a display slab, contributing to a steady, readable rhythm in the paragraph sample. The heavy weight makes joins and apertures feel tight in places, which enhances impact more than delicacy.