Slab Square Ahtu 1 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, academic, reports, classic, bookish, sturdy, trustworthy, institutional, readability, editorial tone, authority, durability, bracketed slabs, transitional, vertical stress, crisp, formal.
A serif face with pronounced slab serifs that read as squared and firmly planted, often with subtle bracketing where stems meet the serif. Stroke modulation is restrained, keeping forms even and steady, while curves remain smooth and open. Uppercase proportions feel traditional and slightly tall, with a clear, vertical rhythm; the lowercase shows conventional constructions, including a double‑storey “a” and “g,” and compact, workmanlike joins in “m” and “n.” Numerals are lining figures with straightforward geometry and sturdy feet, maintaining the same deliberate, text-forward cadence as the letters.
Well-suited to book and long-form editorial typography where a solid serif presence aids structure and navigation. It also works effectively for headlines, pull quotes, reports, and institutional materials that benefit from a traditional, steady voice.
The overall tone is conservative and composed, projecting a dependable, academic sensibility. The slab presence adds a grounded, slightly editorial authority without feeling loud or decorative.
The design appears intended as a pragmatic slab-serif for reading and general-purpose composition, combining clear letterforms with confident serifs to deliver a stable, print-oriented texture.
Counters are generally open and well-defined, and spacing appears balanced for continuous reading. The serifs and terminals stay consistent across straight and curved strokes, reinforcing a cohesive, engraved-on-the-page feel.