Slab Square Sama 6 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types; 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont; 'Calanda', 'Cargan', and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Multiple' by Latinotype; 'Aptifer Slab' by Linotype; and 'Open Serif' by Matteson Typographics (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book covers, brand marks, posters, trustworthy, academic, traditional, sturdy, clarity, authority, durability, warmth, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, rounded corners, compact rhythm, open counters.
A sturdy slab-serif with broad, blocky serifs and gently bracketed joins that soften the otherwise squared construction. Strokes are even and low-contrast, with rounded corners and small bulb-like terminals appearing in places (notably on forms like C and f), lending a slightly warmer texture than a purely geometric slab. Proportions feel moderately wide with stable verticals and generous inner counters; lowercase shows a single-storey g and a two-storey a, while figures are sturdy and sit confidently on the baseline.
Well-suited to editorial typography where a confident, traditional voice is needed—magazine features, book covers, and section heads. It also fits branding that wants a sturdy, established feel, and works effectively for posters and display settings where the slab serifs can carry visual weight.
The overall tone is dependable and editorial, with a bookish, institutional presence. Its heavy serifs and steady rhythm convey authority and clarity, while the subtly rounded details keep it from feeling overly mechanical.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust slab-serif voice optimized for clear, assertive reading at display and text-adjacent sizes, balancing square strength with mild rounding for a more approachable texture.
Capitals read as firm and structured, with clear horizontal emphasis from the serifs. In text, the face maintains an even color and a slightly compact, deliberate cadence that supports long lines without looking delicate.