Slab Contrasted Komur 8 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, magazines, headlines, text-heavy branding, scholarly, confident, traditional, utilitarian, readability, authority, print utility, clarity, slab serif, bracketed serifs, robust, compact joints, ink-trap feel.
A sturdy slab serif with bracketed serifs, broad proportions, and a steady, even color on the page. Strokes are generally low-contrast, with weight held consistently through curves and joins, while the heavy slabs anchor horizontals and terminals. Counters are open and round, and curves have a slightly softened, ink-friendly feel, especially where strokes meet at tight corners. The overall rhythm is calm and readable, with a pragmatic, print-oriented construction rather than sharp, high-strung detailing.
Well-suited to editorial typography where a firm serif voice is desired, including magazines, newspapers, and long-form reading. Its strong serifs and broad stance also make it effective for headings, pull quotes, and packaging or branding that needs a traditional, trustworthy tone without becoming ornate.
The tone feels authoritative and bookish, with a straightforward, no-nonsense presence. It reads as dependable and traditional—more newsroom and reference-book than decorative display—while the bold slabs add a confident, slightly rugged character.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic slab-serif reading experience with strong structure and consistent texture, balancing robustness and clarity for practical, text-forward settings.
The uppercase forms look stately and stable, while the lowercase maintains clear differentiation between similar shapes, supporting continuous reading. Figures appear sturdy and workmanlike, matching the text color and serif treatment without calling undue attention to themselves.