Slab Normal Abboh 4 is a light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, branding, classic, trustworthy, academic, bookish, readability, versatility, clarity, editorial tone, bracketed, crisp, open, measured, restrained.
A restrained slab-serif with gently bracketed, blocky serifs and largely uniform stroke weight. The letterforms are open and readable, with broad capitals, a steady rhythm, and clean terminals that keep edges crisp rather than calligraphic. Counters are generous (notably in O, P, R, and e), and the overall spacing feels even, producing a calm, organized text color. Numerals share the same sturdy serifed construction and sit comfortably alongside the lowercase.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, magazines, and editorial layouts where a steady slab-serif texture supports comfortable scanning. It also works for reports, academic materials, and brand systems that want a traditional, trustworthy voice in headings and supporting text.
The font reads as classic and dependable, with a quiet literary tone. Its sturdy serifs and measured proportions lend an editorial, institutional feel—serious without feeling heavy or ornate.
The design appears intended as a practical, all-purpose slab serif that balances sturdiness with legibility. It aims for a neutral, workmanlike presence—distinctly serifed, yet controlled enough to perform reliably across text and modest display sizes.
Joins and curves are smoothly resolved, avoiding sharp stress changes, which reinforces the even texture in paragraphs. The italic is not shown; the samples suggest a design optimized for straightforward roman text settings and clear display titling.