Slab Contrasted Fahy 3 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logotypes, playful, circus, retro, rowdy, folk, poster display, vintage flavor, theatrical impact, hand-cut feel, attention grab, chunky, wedge serif, tapered, irregular, poster.
A chunky display face with heavy, slab-like serifs and chiseled, wedge-cut terminals. Strokes show noticeable tapering and faceted edges, giving letters a hand-cut, slightly uneven silhouette while remaining clearly upright. Counters are compact and often angular, and the overall rhythm is lively, with subtle glyph-to-glyph variation that adds character. Numerals match the alphabet’s bold mass and carved detailing, maintaining a consistent, high-impact texture in setting.
Best suited to headlines and short bursts of copy where its bold, carved forms can stay legible and expressive. It works well for posters, event graphics, signage, and packaging that aims for a vintage showbill or playful Western mood. For longer passages, larger sizes and generous spacing help preserve clarity.
The tone is exuberant and theatrical, recalling old-time posters, fairground signage, and comic Western ephemera. Its jagged cuts and sturdy slabs feel mischievous and energetic rather than refined, creating a deliberately “rough-hewn” charm.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display slab that blends classic poster proportions with intentionally faceted, hand-cut detailing. It prioritizes personality and visual punch, delivering a distinctive, old-fashioned showpiece texture for attention-grabbing typography.
In text lines, the strong serifs and angular notches create a dense, animated texture with pronounced black shapes and punchy word silhouettes. The irregular facets can become busy at small sizes, but they read crisply when given room.