Slab Contrasted Komij 3 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType, 'Calanda' and 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, and 'Tabac Slab' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book text, branding, posters, robust, traditional, authoritative, workmanlike, readability, editorial authority, classic slab feel, durable presence, bracketed serifs, ink-trap feel, sturdy, bookish, high legibility.
A sturdy slab serif with pronounced, squared serifs and mostly straight-sided geometry. Strokes are fairly even with subtle modulation, and joins are crisp, giving a firm, engineered rhythm. The lowercase shows a two-storey “a” and “g” with clear counters, while the capitals are broad and stable, with strong horizontal terminals and a confident baseline presence. Numerals and punctuation match the same blunt, grounded construction, producing consistent color in text.
Well suited to editorial work where strong structure and clear word shapes matter, from headlines and subheads to longer passages at comfortable sizes. It can also support branding and packaging that needs a sturdy, classic slab-serif voice, and works effectively in posters or display settings where its serifs and weight give text a firm silhouette.
The overall tone feels dependable and traditional, with a pragmatic, no-nonsense voice. Its bold slabs and compact detailing evoke editorial and institutional typography, suggesting clarity, seriousness, and a hint of vintage printing character.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic slab-serif presence with high readability and a solid typographic backbone. Its construction prioritizes clear counters, consistent rhythm, and a confident, print-oriented texture suitable for both display emphasis and continuous reading.
In text settings the face maintains a dense, even texture, with serifs that help guide the eye along lines. Several shapes show slightly pinched or tightened interior corners (notably in joins and bowls), adding a subtly crafted, print-like character without becoming decorative.