Slab Normal Odlek 4 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, packaging, signage, industrial, utilitarian, retro, space saving, robust text, strong presence, print utility, condensed, slab-serif, sturdy, bracketless, rectilinear.
A condensed slab-serif with sturdy, rectangular terminals and minimal stroke modulation. Stems are straight and vertical, counters are compact, and curves are tightened to fit the narrow set width, producing a crisp, economical texture. Serifs read as blocky, mostly unbracketed slabs that reinforce a firm baseline and consistent rhythm, while the overall drawing stays clean and restrained for text use.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and short-to-medium text where space efficiency matters, such as editorial layouts, posters, and packaging panels. The strong slabs and narrow proportions also make it effective for signage and labels that need a firm, authoritative presence.
The tone is practical and workmanlike, with an industrial, no-nonsense feel. Its condensed stance and bold slab endings lend a slightly retro, press-and-print character that suits straightforward messaging and strong typographic color without feeling decorative.
The design appears intended as a dependable condensed slab for everyday typography—delivering strong structure, high economy of space, and a steady, print-oriented rhythm that remains readable in compact settings.
Capitals are tall and compact, and the lowercase maintains clear differentiation with simple, robust forms and tight apertures. Numerals are narrow and upright, matching the condensed rhythm and contributing to a dense, column-friendly appearance in running text.