Slab Square Sama 4 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Round' and 'Classic XtraRound' by Durotype, 'FF Kievit Slab' by FontFont, 'Cargan' and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Multiple' by Latinotype, 'Brava Slab' by Rafael Jordan, and 'Haboro Slab' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, branding, signage, sturdy, confident, industrial, heritage, impact, stability, authority, readability, utility, blocky, bracketed, heavy serifs, ink-trap feel, compact.
A robust slab serif with heavy, squared-off serifs and broadly even stroke weight. The letterforms are compact and strongly constructed, with a firm baseline and pronounced, block-like terminals that stay consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures. Counters are relatively tight and shapes lean toward squarish geometry, giving the alphabet a dense, emphatic texture. The lowercase shows a sturdy, workmanlike build with a single-storey “g” and a distinct, compact “a,” while numerals are wide, weighty, and visually stable.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short-to-medium editorial settings where a strong, grounded texture is desirable. It can also support branding and signage that benefits from a sturdy, classic slab-seriffed presence, particularly when set with generous spacing or at display sizes.
The overall tone is assertive and dependable, with an industrial, no-nonsense voice. Its dense color and slabbed finish suggest practicality and durability, while the crisp, squared detailing adds a slightly vintage editorial flavor.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum solidity and legibility through heavy slabs, compact proportions, and restrained modulation, creating an authoritative display serif that remains practical in demanding layouts.
In text, the font maintains a strong rhythmic pattern and consistent presence, making headlines feel anchored and authoritative. The heavy serifs and tight interior spaces increase visual impact, especially at larger sizes where the squared details read clearly.