Slab Normal Wegop 4 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, and 'Typewriter' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, body text, headlines, reports, packaging, steadfast, trustworthy, traditional, pragmatic, readability, workhorse text, print utility, clarity, slab serif, bracketed, robust, compact, ink-trap free.
A sturdy slab serif with generous, squared serifs and gently bracketed joins that keep the forms smooth rather than mechanical. Strokes are fairly even with modest contrast, and terminals tend to finish in blunt, rectangular ends that read clearly at text sizes. Uppercase proportions are broad and stable, while the lowercase maintains a conventional rhythm with a straightforward two-storey a and g. Counters are moderately open, curves are rounded but controlled, and the overall texture is slightly dark and solid without feeling heavy.
Well suited to editorial typography where a firm, legible serif is needed for long-form reading, as well as headlines that benefit from a grounded presence. It also fits reports, documentation, and straightforward branding or packaging that calls for a reliable, no-nonsense slab serif texture.
The tone is dependable and traditional, with an editorial, print-forward voice that suggests authority without decoration. Its slab serifs add a grounded, utilitarian character that can feel institutional or newspaper-like, making it read as practical and direct rather than expressive or playful.
Likely designed as a plainspoken slab serif for everyday typography: clear shapes, consistent serif logic, and a steady text rhythm that prioritizes readability and durability across a range of sizes.
The figures and capitals share a consistent serif treatment, creating a uniform, anchored baseline and a steady horizontal emphasis. Letterforms avoid overt quirks, leaning on familiar shapes and predictable spacing to produce an even, workmanlike color in paragraphs.