Slab Contrasted Kodod 6 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Egyptian 505 EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Egyptian 505' by Linotype, 'Egyptian 505 SB' and 'Egyptian 505 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Modum' by The Northern Block, 'Portada' by TypeTogether, and 'Egyptian 505' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, branding, trustworthy, scholarly, heritage, authoritative, readability, editorial tone, authoritative presence, classic utility, slab serif, bracketed slabs, soft corners, sturdy, high readability.
This typeface is a sturdy slab serif with broad proportions and clearly bracketed, blocky serifs. Strokes show moderate contrast, with thick, confident verticals and slightly lighter connecting strokes, producing a solid, even rhythm in text. Terminals and joins feel slightly softened rather than razor-sharp, helping the heavy serifs read cleanly at display sizes while remaining composed in longer lines. Counters are open and the overall spacing is generous, giving the design a calm, stable texture across both uppercase and lowercase.
It performs well in headlines and subheads where the slab serifs can provide presence and structure without becoming overly decorative. The readable, steady texture also suits editorial layouts, book or report titling, and brand systems that need a traditional yet assertive serif voice.
The overall tone is classic and institutional, projecting reliability and editorial seriousness. Its bold slabs and measured contrast lend a traditional, print-forward voice that feels well suited to established brands and text meant to carry authority.
The design appears intended to combine the firmness of a slab serif with a refined, editorial contrast profile, delivering a dependable, legible presence across display and text-like settings. Its wide stance and bracketed slabs suggest a focus on stability, clarity, and a classic publishing aesthetic.
The figures match the letterforms with strong, grounded shapes and clear serif treatment, supporting cohesive typographic color in mixed alphanumeric settings. In the sample text, the font maintains a consistent baseline and robust word-shape clarity, with a noticeable emphasis on horizontal structure from the slab serifs.