Slab Contrasted Timy 7 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Directa Serif' by Outras Fontes and 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, signage, western, athletic, industrial, retro, assertive, display impact, vintage flavor, badge branding, signage clarity, blocky, beveled, chamfered, octagonal, ink-trap-like.
A heavy, block-constructed slab design with squared proportions and prominent rectangular serifs. Terminals and corners are frequently chamfered into angled cuts, creating an octagonal, beveled silhouette across many glyphs. Counters are tight and geometric, with sturdy verticals and compact horizontals that keep color dense and uniform. Uppercase forms feel particularly architectural, while lowercase retains the same carved, angular logic; numerals follow suit with sturdy, faceted shapes and minimal delicacy.
Best suited for headlines, posters, badges, and branding where a forceful, vintage-leaning voice is desired. It can work well for sports identities, product packaging, and large-format signage where the faceted slabs and dense texture remain clear. In smaller sizes or long passages, the tight counters and strong notching may become visually busy, so it’s most effective as a display face.
The overall tone is bold and declarative, evoking vintage signage, collegiate lettering, and frontier-inspired display typography. Its sharp chamfers and compact counters add a rugged, workmanlike confidence that reads as energetic and slightly theatrical.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through blocky slabs and consistent chamfered detailing, producing a carved, emblematic look. It prioritizes a distinctive, period-flavored silhouette and strong word shapes for attention-grabbing display settings.
The face relies on strong corner cuts and squared serifs to create rhythm, producing a consistent ‘notched’ texture in text. Spacing appears tuned for display impact rather than airy readability, with dense word shapes and pronounced vertical emphasis in many letters.