Slab Square Abdod 2 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif shows a sturdy slab-leaning construction with strong, mostly squared serifs and a low-to-medium stroke contrast. Curves are generous and slightly softened, while joins and terminals often end in blunt, flat cuts that keep the rhythm steady at text sizes. Several lowercase forms incorporate rounded, ball-like terminals and pronounced ear/loop details, giving the design a slightly mechanical yet friendly texture. Spacing reads open and the letterforms are comparatively broad, with consistent vertical stress and a calm, upright stance.
It suits long-form reading in books, magazines, and essays where a durable serif texture is desirable. The strong serifs and broad proportions also make it effective for pull quotes, headlines, and packaging or branding that aims for a classic, print-rooted voice.
The overall tone balances utilitarian and literary: it suggests vintage print, typewriter-era practicality, and editorial seriousness without feeling austere. The slab presence adds authority, while the rounded terminals and softened curves introduce warmth and approachability.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable text serif with a slab-inflected backbone, combining clear, workmanlike structure with a touch of vintage charm through rounded details and expressive terminals.
In the sample text, the face maintains even color and stable line rhythm, with distinctive serif shapes that remain legible and characterful. Numerals appear clear and sturdy, matching the font’s robust, slightly old-style text voice.