Slab Contrasted Abga 17 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Brignell Slab' by IB TYPE Inc., and 'Weekly' by Los Andes (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, signage, robust, heritage, confident, traditional, authority, readability, impact, classic tone, slabbed, bracketed, ink-trap hints, sturdy, crisp.
A sturdy slab-serif with strongly bracketed serifs and a compact, even rhythm. Strokes are thick and largely consistent, with subtle modulation that shows most at curves and joins. The lowercase is relatively broad with rounded bowls and a firm baseline, while the uppercase has a slightly condensed, monument-like presence. Terminals are squared and decisive, counters are moderate, and overall spacing feels tight but controlled, producing a solid typographic color in text and display settings.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and poster typography where a firm, attention-holding texture is desired. It also fits editorial branding, packaging, and signage that benefit from sturdy serifs and confident letterforms, and can work for short text blocks where a dense, authoritative tone is appropriate.
The face conveys a dependable, workmanlike authority with a classic, print-forward flavor. Its heavy slabs and compact forms feel grounded and institutional, suggesting editorial credibility and a touch of vintage utilitarian charm.
Likely designed to deliver a bold, print-centric slab-serif voice that stays readable while projecting strength and reliability. The bracketed slabs and compact proportions suggest an aim toward versatile editorial and display use with a classic, no-nonsense demeanor.
In the sample text, the weight and slab structure create strong word shapes and emphatic punctuation, making the font feel assertive at larger sizes. Numerals appear sturdy and readable, matching the letterforms’ squared terminals and consistent texture.