Slab Contrasted Abry 1 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP, 'Intermedial Slab' by Blaze Type, 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType, and 'Weekly' by Los Andes (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, mastheads, signage, robust, editorial, vintage, confident, workmanlike, impact, readability, tradition, authority, durability, slab serif, bracketed, chunky, sturdy, softened.
A heavy, wide slab-serif with squared proportions and a solid, even color on the page. The serifs are blocky and largely rectangular with subtle bracketing, giving corners a slightly softened, cast-metal feel rather than razor-sharp geometry. Counters are fairly open for the weight, terminals tend to be blunt, and curves (C, G, S, O) are broad and steady, contributing to a stable rhythm. Numerals match the uppercase in density and footprint, reading clearly at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, mastheads, and packaging where a bold, sturdy slab-serif voice is desirable. It can work for short editorial subheads and pull quotes, but its heavy texture is most effective at larger sizes and in spacious layouts.
The overall tone is sturdy and assertive with a classic, print-forward character. It suggests utilitarian strength and a slightly retro editorial flavor—more “headline” than “delicate,” and more traditional than futuristic.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a dependable, classic slab-serif structure—pairing broad letterforms and hefty slabs to create strong readability and an unmistakably confident display voice.
In text settings, the thick slabs and wide set create a strong horizontal emphasis and a high-impact texture. The lowercase stays compact and readable, while the uppercase and figures feel especially suited to short bursts where weight and presence matter.