Slab Normal Okbim 5 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cabrito' and 'Cabrito Semi' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, signage, packaging, sturdy, confident, utilitarian, traditional, clarity, durability, impact, readability, workhorse, slab serif, blocky, robust, bracketed, ink-trap feel.
A sturdy slab-serif with heavy, squared terminals and minimal stroke modulation, giving it an even, solid color on the page. Serifs are broad and mostly bracketed, with softened joins that keep the shapes from feeling overly mechanical. Counters are open and generously proportioned, and the curves (C, G, O, S) are round without becoming delicate. The lowercase shows a two-storey a, a single-storey g, and compact, workmanlike forms; numerals are strong and readable with a clear, straightforward structure.
Well-suited to headlines, posters, and editorial typography where a strong, grounded voice is needed. The robust shapes also work for signage and packaging, and it can support short-to-medium text settings when a firm, classic slab presence is desirable.
The overall tone is dependable and no-nonsense, with a classic print sensibility that reads as authoritative and practical. Its heft and squared detailing lend a slightly industrial, old-school editorial feel without pushing into novelty.
The design appears intended as a reliable, plainspoken slab serif that prioritizes clarity and impact. It aims to deliver a strong typographic voice with traditional proportions and sturdy detailing that hold up well in bold, high-contrast layouts.
In text, the rhythm is steady and the heavy slabs create clear word shapes, especially at larger sizes. Some terminals and joins show subtle rounding that suggests an inked or stamped impression rather than razor-sharp geometry.