Slab Square Abgon 14 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Brignell Slab' by IB TYPE Inc., 'Multiple' and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, and 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, newspapers, academic, classic, scholarly, authoritative, bookish, readability, editorial utility, traditional tone, sturdy texture, slab serif, bracketless, square serif, sturdy, crisp.
A sturdy slab serif with square, largely unbracketed serifs and a compact, even stroke rhythm. The capitals are formal and well-proportioned, with clear vertical stress and restrained curvature in round letters like C and O. Lowercase forms are straightforward and readable, with a two-storey “g” and a simple, functional “a,” and overall spacing that feels stable rather than airy. Numerals are solid and traditional in structure, with consistent weight and clear counters that hold up well at text sizes.
Well-suited to book and editorial typography where a sturdy serif can improve rhythm and anchoring on the page. It should also work effectively for headings, pull quotes, and captions in publications that want a traditional, authoritative voice without high-contrast delicacy.
The overall tone is traditional and dependable, with a no-nonsense, editorial presence. Its slab serifs add a confident, slightly industrial firmness while staying conservative enough for long-form reading. The impression is serious and structured—more library and classroom than fashion or play.
The design appears intended as a pragmatic slab serif for reading and information-heavy layouts, prioritizing sturdy construction, consistent texture, and dependable letterforms. Its square serifs and calm proportions suggest a goal of combining classic typographic familiarity with a slightly more robust, utilitarian backbone.
Serif treatment is consistently flat and blocky across stems and horizontals, giving lines a crisp baseline and strong word shapes. The design favors clarity over ornament, with open counters and controlled curves that keep paragraphs looking orderly.