Slab Contrasted Kobep 1 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height, monospaced font.
Keywords: forms, labels, manuals, signage, editorial, industrial, utilitarian, typewriter, retro, authoritative, clarity, durability, retro utility, mechanical order, slab serif, blocky, robust, mechanical, high-ink.
A sturdy slab-serif design with broad proportions, squared terminals, and a consistent, mechanical rhythm. Serifs are heavy and bracketless, giving the letters a stamped, workmanlike feel, while curves are kept fairly taut and compact. Strokes show noticeable thick–thin behavior, most evident in round forms and diagonals, but the overall color remains even and dense. Lowercase forms are straightforward and sturdy, with single-storey shapes where expected (notably the a) and a firm, upright posture that keeps lines looking orderly in text.
Well-suited to utilitarian typography such as forms, labels, technical documentation, and interface or dashboard text where an orderly, mechanical tone is desired. It can also serve as a characterful body or subhead option in editorial layouts seeking a retro-industrial flavor, and performs especially well when a firm, high-contrast text color is needed.
The font reads as practical and no-nonsense, with a retro office and industrial tone reminiscent of labeling, forms, and typewritten or stamped matter. Its bold slabs and compact counters add authority and a slightly rugged seriousness, while the regularized spacing keeps it calm and methodical.
The design appears intended to evoke a classic, workhorse slab-serif voice with typewriter-like regularity: strong serifs, disciplined proportions, and a dense texture that prioritizes legibility and a functional, archival mood.
The numerals and capitals share the same squared, slab-heavy logic, producing a strong, uniform texture that holds up well in continuous setting. The overall impression is intentionally functional rather than delicate, with letterforms optimized for clarity and impact over finesse.