Slab Contrasted Abso 2 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Browser Serif' by AVP, 'Serifa' by Bitstream, 'Serifa EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Glypha' and 'Serifa' by Linotype, 'Egyptian Slate' and 'Macklin' by Monotype, and 'Typewriter' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, book covers, branding, confident, traditional, sturdy, authoritative, impact, readability, heritage, authority, stability, bracketed, blocky, robust, compact serifs, ink-trap feel.
A robust slab serif with heavy, squared terminals and subtly bracketed joins that soften the otherwise blocky construction. Strokes show clear, controlled contrast: verticals read weightier while horizontals and some curves thin slightly, helping counters stay open at display sizes. Proportions are broad and steady, with large, calm capitals and a lowercase that maintains a workmanlike rhythm; round letters are full and the serifs are firm without becoming sharp. Overall spacing appears generous, contributing to a strong, readable texture in both isolated glyphs and running lines.
Best suited to headlines, deck copy, and poster typography where its heavy slabs and broad proportions can project clarity and impact. It also works well for editorial titling and book covers that benefit from a classic, authoritative serif voice, and for branding where a sturdy, traditional impression is desired.
The font conveys an editorial, institutional tone—confident and grounded, with a hint of vintage printing and collegiate solidity. Its assertive slabs and weighty forms feel dependable and matter-of-fact, lending authority without looking overly decorative.
The design appears intended as a high-impact slab serif that balances firmness with controlled contrast for legibility. It aims to deliver a dependable, print-rooted voice—strong enough for display use while still coherent and readable in short passages.
In text, the type builds a dark, even color with strong word shapes and minimal wobble, suggesting careful consistency across curves and straight stems. The numerals match the letters in mass and presence, reinforcing a cohesive, headline-friendly voice.