Slab Contrasted Tifu 2 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Archer' by Hoefler & Co., 'Cargan' by Hoftype, 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype, 'Amasis' by Monotype, 'Posterizer KG' and 'Posterizer KG Rough' by Posterizer KG, 'Questa Slab' by The Questa Project, and 'Lev Serif' by TypeFaith Fonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, logotypes, western, circus, vintage, rugged, playful, display impact, retro flavor, poster voice, stamped look, blocky, octagonal, chamfered, bracketless, compact.
A heavy, block-built slab serif with squared proportions and distinctive chamfered corners that create an octagonal, cut-out silhouette. Strokes stay robust throughout, with subtle contrast and flat, bracketless slabs that read as carved or stamped rather than penned. Counters are relatively tight and geometric, and many joins and terminals use angled notches instead of curves, giving the forms a crisp, faceted rhythm. The lowercase echoes the same constructed feel, with sturdy stems, minimal curvature, and clear, simplified bowls.
Best suited for display settings where strong shapes and high presence are an advantage, such as posters, headlines, storefront signage, and product packaging. It also works well for logos and badges that want a vintage or Western-inflected voice, especially when set with generous tracking and simple supporting typography.
The overall tone is bold and nostalgic, evoking old posters, storefront lettering, and showbill typography. The chiseled corners add a rugged, handcrafted energy, while the consistent weight and chunky slabs make it feel confident and attention-grabbing rather than refined or delicate.
The design appears intended to reinterpret classic slab-serif display lettering with a faceted, carved aesthetic—maximizing impact through heavy strokes, squared slabs, and consistently chamfered details that keep the texture lively and unmistakable.
In longer text, the dense color and tight internal spaces create strong impact and a slightly compressed texture, especially at smaller sizes. Numerals and capitals are particularly emphatic, with a sign-painting or woodtype flavor that suits short, punchy lines.