Slab Contrasted Komey 5 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Kievit Slab' by FontFont, 'Calanda' by Hoftype, 'Rooney' by Jan Fromm, 'Multiple' by Latinotype, 'PMN Caecilia eText' by Monotype, and 'Modum' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, book covers, classic, confident, sturdy, scholarly, authority, readability, heritage, impact, versatility, slab serifs, bracketed, robust, high-clarity, ink-trap hints.
A robust slab-serif with generous proportions and a steady, upright posture. Strokes show clear contrast, with firm verticals and slightly lighter connecting strokes, paired with bold, squared serifs that feel mostly bracketed rather than sharply abrupt. Curves are broad and controlled, counters are open, and overall spacing reads comfortable, giving text a stable, even rhythm. Details such as the strong serifs and compact joins lend a slightly engraved, print-forward character without becoming overly ornate.
Well-suited to editorial headlines, magazine decks, and book-cover typography where a classic slab voice is desired. It also fits branding and packaging that benefit from a dependable, heritage-leaning look, and it can hold up in posters or signage that need sturdy letterforms with clear, readable structure.
The tone is authoritative and traditional, with a confident, institutional feel. It suggests credibility and clarity—more newsroom and textbook than playful display—while the heavy slabs add a grounded, no-nonsense voice.
Likely designed to deliver a dependable slab-serif for text-to-display use, balancing traditional proportions with bolder, more assertive serifs. The aim appears to be strong readability and an authoritative presence, producing a crisp, print-ready texture across both uppercase and lowercase.
In text, the weight distribution and prominent serifs create strong horizontal anchoring, which helps headings feel emphatic. The numerals appear sturdy and legible, matching the capitals in presence and maintaining a cohesive, workmanlike texture across mixed content.