Slab Normal Odbal 3 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Sanchez' and 'Sanchez Slab' by Latinotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, book design, newspapers, reports, confident, traditional, practical, institutional, utility, readability, editorial tone, print robustness, slab serif, bracketed, sturdy, solid, readable.
A sturdy slab serif with even, low-contrast strokes and broad proportions. Serifs are blunt and mostly bracketed, giving joins a softened, carved feel rather than sharp mechanical cuts. The lowercase shows a moderate x-height with open counters and clear internal space, while the capitals are stately and evenly proportioned. Overall rhythm is steady and measured, with round forms kept smooth and slightly squared by the slab terminals.
It suits extended reading in books, reports, and editorial layouts where a firm serif texture is desirable. The wide stance and robust serifs also make it effective for headings, captions, and pull quotes that need steady presence without high contrast.
The tone is dependable and traditional, with an editorial seriousness that reads as established and no-nonsense. Its slab details add a hint of old-style print authority without becoming decorative, keeping the voice calm, confident, and workmanlike.
The design appears intended as a versatile slab-serif workhorse: strong enough for display moments, but restrained and even-textured for continuous text. Its bracketed slabs and open shapes prioritize clarity and a familiar print tradition.
Figures appear clear and stable with consistent stroke weight, supporting straightforward text setting. The letterforms avoid gimmicks and maintain consistent spacing and texture in paragraph use, emphasizing clarity over personality.