Slab Contrasted Urhy 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gazi' and 'Manas' by Fontuma (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, signage, sturdy, confident, traditional, pragmatic, impact, legibility, authority, editorial tone, bracketed, blocky, ink-trap hint, high x-height feel, compact.
A robust slab-serif with heavy, bracketed serifs and a compact, punchy color on the page. Stems are thick and fairly even, with noticeable (but not extreme) contrast and crisp, squared terminals. Curves are full and slightly squarish in their transitions, giving counters a sturdy, engineered feel; joins in letters like n/m and the diagonals in v/w/x show sharp interior corners that add bite. The lowercase reads with a strong, upright rhythm and a relatively generous x-height impression, while capitals remain broad-shouldered and stable. Numerals are weighty and clear, with straightforward, no-nonsense forms suited to display and headings.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and other editorial display settings where a firm, classic voice is needed. Its strong slabs and compact forms also work well for posters, labels, and signage that benefit from high impact and clear letterforms. For extended text, it will be most comfortable at moderate-to-large sizes where the dense color can breathe.
The overall tone is confident and traditional, with an editorial, print-forward presence. It feels authoritative and dependable—more bookish and institutional than playful—while the strong slabs add a hint of poster pragmatism. The texture suggests classic publishing and signage sensibilities, delivering impact without looking ornate.
Likely designed to deliver a dependable slab-serif voice with strong presence and high legibility in display contexts. The combination of weighty stems, bracketed slabs, and restrained detailing suggests an aim toward versatile, print-oriented typography that feels authoritative without becoming decorative.
Spacing appears open enough for large text, but the heavy slabs and dense stroke weight create a strong typographic color that will dominate at smaller sizes. The design’s crisp corners and sturdy serifs give it a slightly industrial edge, while the bracketed transitions keep it grounded and readable.