Slab Normal Okbon 3 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shemekia' by Areatype, 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType, 'Cargan' and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Corporative Slab' and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype, 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype, and 'PF Centro Slab Pro' by Parachute (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, sturdy, friendly, retro, confident, workmanlike, impact, reliability, approachability, vintage flavor, slab serif, blocky, softened, rounded corners, bracketed serifs.
A heavy slab-serif design with broad proportions, low stroke contrast, and a steady, even rhythm. Serifs are thick and mostly rectangular with gentle bracketing/soft transitions, giving terminals a slightly cushioned feel rather than sharp, brittle edges. Counters are relatively open for the weight, curves are full and smooth, and joins stay robust, creating a compact, solid texture in text. The lowercase shows a clear, straightforward structure with a single-storey a and g, and overall spacing reads generous for a slab, supporting a strong, legible line.
Best suited to display sizes where its heavy slabs and broad forms can deliver impact—headlines, posters, storefront-style signage, and brand marks. It can also work for short blocks of text in editorial or packaging contexts when a strong, friendly slab texture is desired.
The tone is sturdy and approachable—confident without feeling formal. Its softened slabs and rounded shaping suggest a vintage, Americana/letterpress sensibility, suitable for messaging that wants to feel dependable, practical, and a bit nostalgic.
The design appears intended as a reliable, all-purpose slab serif with a warm, slightly retro voice—built to read clearly while projecting solidity and character in prominent typographic roles.
Numerals are similarly weighty and stable, with rounded curves that match the letters and slabbed ends that keep the set cohesive. The face maintains consistent stroke weight across straight and curved forms, prioritizing a bold, uniform presence over finesse.