Slab Square Afbeg 3 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, newspapers, reports, classic, scholarly, authoritative, traditional, text economy, print solidity, editorial clarity, classic slab voice, slab serif, bracketless, crisp, high contrast feel, compact.
A compact slab-serif with firm, square-cut serifs and clean, mostly unbracketed joins. Strokes read as fairly even overall, with subtle modulation in curved letters, giving a crisp, printed texture rather than a purely geometric construction. Counters are moderately open and proportions are tight, producing an efficient, space-saving rhythm; round forms like O and C are slightly condensed, while verticals stay strong and straight. Terminals are flat and decisive, and the numerals follow the same sturdy, text-ready logic with clear, upright shapes.
Well-suited for book and long-form editorial settings where a sturdy serif can hold a consistent texture across paragraphs. It also fits headings, pull quotes, and institutional materials—reports, academic pieces, and print layouts—where a compact footprint and authoritative tone are useful.
The tone is traditional and editorial, evoking book typography, newspapers, and institutional communication. Its compact stance and sturdy serifs project seriousness and reliability, with a slightly old-style, literary flavor rather than a trendy or playful voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a practical, text-oriented slab serif that conserves horizontal space while maintaining a confident, traditional presence. Its square-cut detailing and steady rhythm suggest a focus on clarity and durable readability in print-like contexts.
In text, the font builds a dark, steady color with clear word shapes and a consistent baseline presence. The slab details stay prominent at larger sizes, while the restrained shaping keeps paragraphs from feeling overly decorative.