Slab Normal Opde 7 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Calanda', 'Equip Slab', and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Exo Slab Pro' by Polimateria; and 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, sturdy, confident, retro, industrial, friendly, impact, clarity, durability, workhorse, bracketed, chunky, blocky, robust, ink-trapless.
A heavy slab serif with broad proportions, compact counters, and strongly bracketed, rectangular serifs. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal modulation and a solid, poster-like color on the page. Curves are generously rounded (notably in C, G, O, and the bowls of a, b, d), while terminals and serifs stay square and substantial, creating a steady rhythm and clear word shapes. Numerals are equally weighty and wide, designed to hold their presence alongside the capitals.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and display settings where a bold, stable slab presence is needed. It can also work well for branding, packaging, and signage that benefit from a robust, no-nonsense voice and high visual impact at larger sizes.
The overall tone is sturdy and confident, with a slightly retro, workwear feel. Its chunky slabs and wide stance read as dependable and straightforward, making it feel both utilitarian and approachable rather than delicate or formal.
This design appears intended as a practical, high-impact slab serif: wide, sturdy letterforms with strong serifs and simplified details for clear, emphatic typography. The emphasis is on durability and legibility in display contexts rather than refined, delicate text color.
Spacing appears generous for such a heavy design, helping prevent shapes from clumping in large text. The lowercase shows single-storey forms (a, g) and a simple, sturdy construction that prioritizes clarity and impact.