Slab Square Abnor 9 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Brasilica' by CAST (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, branding, packaging, classic, authoritative, scholarly, traditional, readability, heritage tone, editorial utility, strong presence, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, moderate contrast, vertical stress, crisp edges.
A sturdy slab serif with relatively heavy, squared serifs and subtly bracketed joins that keep the shapes from feeling mechanical. Strokes show moderate contrast with predominantly vertical stress, and terminals are largely flat and crisp, occasionally finished with small ball terminals (notably in lowercase forms). Capitals are broad and formal with clear, open counters; lowercase follows a traditional book face rhythm with a normal x-height and pronounced ascenders/descenders. Numerals are solid and readable, matching the letterforms’ weight and serif treatment for consistent text color.
It suits editorial typography where a confident, traditional voice is needed—magazines, books, and long-form reading at comfortable sizes. The sturdy slabs also work well for headlines, institutional branding, and packaging where clarity and a heritage-leaning impression are desirable.
The overall tone is classic and authoritative, with an editorial, bookish presence. Its firm slabs and measured contrast suggest reliability and tradition, while the slightly softened bracketing and rounded details add a human, established feel rather than a strictly industrial one.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab-serif voice that balances firmness with readability. Its measured contrast, clear counters, and consistent serif construction suggest a focus on composed text setting while retaining enough character for prominent titles and brand applications.
Spacing appears even and conservative, producing a steady line rhythm in the text sample. The serifs read clearly at display sizes and remain distinct in paragraphs, contributing to strong word shapes and a confident texture.