Slab Contrasted Pynu 4 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Boton' by Berthold, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'FF Marselis Slab' by FontFont, 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Open Serif' by Matteson Typographics, 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype, 'PF Centro Slab Press' by Parachute, and 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, editorial display, western, retro, sturdy, friendly, punchy, impact, nostalgia, authority, display clarity, blocky, bracketed, softened, compact, heavyweight.
A heavy, block-forward slab serif with broad proportions and a compact internal rhythm. The letterforms use thick, squared-off stems with softly rounded corners and strongly bracketed slabs that read as integrated rather than delicate add-ons. Counters are relatively tight and shapes are simplified for impact, with sturdy horizontal terminals and a consistent, poster-oriented texture across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
This design is well suited to large-scale uses such as posters, headlines, signage, and packaging where bold shapes and slab terminals create strong recognition. It can also work as editorial display type for section headers, pull quotes, or short bursts of text where a vintage, sturdy voice is desired.
The overall tone is bold and assertive with a distinctly vintage flavor, evoking signage and display typography associated with Americana and mid-century print. Its chunky slabs and softened corners keep it approachable while still feeling authoritative and attention-grabbing.
The font appears intended to deliver maximum visibility and a classic slab-serif character through broad, heavy strokes and prominent bracketed serifs. Its simplified, robust geometry suggests a focus on confident display typography that retains warmth and readability at larger sizes.
Uppercase forms feel particularly monumental and stable, while the lowercase maintains the same weighty presence, producing a dense, even typographic color in paragraphs. Numerals match the set’s squat, high-impact construction, making them feel suited to headlines and large point sizes where the slab details can read clearly.