Slab Contrasted Abgi 7 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType, 'Capita' by Hoftype, 'Brignell Slab' by IB TYPE Inc., 'Faraon' and 'Prêt-à-porter' by Latinotype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, 'PF Bague Slab Pro' by Parachute, and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, signage, sturdy, industrial, confident, vintage, impact, durability, authority, readability, bracketed, blocky, robust, compact, ink-trap feel.
A heavy slab-serif with broad, squared terminals and gently bracketed joins that soften the otherwise blocky geometry. Strokes read as largely even, with only mild modulation, producing dense, dark letterforms and strong horizontal emphasis from the slabs. Counters are relatively small and compact, and many shapes lean toward squarish proportions with firm shoulders and blunt ends, giving a stable, planted stance. The overall texture is consistent and weighty, with clear, assertive silhouettes in both uppercase and lowercase and similarly sturdy lining figures.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, posters, and packaging where a strong typographic voice and sturdy structure are needed. It can also work for short editorial passages or pull quotes when a dense, authoritative texture is desirable, and for signage or labels that benefit from firm, slabbed terminals.
The font conveys a tough, workmanlike tone—confident and pragmatic rather than delicate. Its strong slabs and compact counters evoke classic newspaper, poster, and industrial labeling atmospheres, with a hint of vintage solidity.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact and legibility through robust slabs, compact counters, and a stable, upright rhythm—prioritizing a confident, no-nonsense presence across display and headline settings.
At text sizes the face produces a pronounced, high-ink editorial color, while the short, firm serifs help maintain clear word shapes. The numerals match the letters’ mass and squareness, supporting bold, attention-grabbing setting without feeling ornamental.