Slab Contrasted Kobom 3 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bogue Slab' by Melvastype, 'Leida' by The Northern Block, and 'Portada' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, branding, posters, scholarly, authoritative, classic, steady, readability, authority, classic utility, editorial voice, slab serif, bracketed serifs, robust serifs, open counters, sturdy.
A sturdy slab serif with bracketed, block-like serifs and a clear, traditional construction. Strokes show noticeable modulation, with heavier verticals and lighter connecting strokes, while keeping an overall even color on the page. Letterforms are relatively broad with generous inner counters, and the serifs read firmly without becoming overly geometric. Terminals and joins feel measured and consistent, producing a stable rhythm across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazines, long-form reading, and report-style documents where a solid serif presence is desired. It also performs effectively for headlines and subheads, and can support branding or packaging that benefits from a classic, trustworthy slab-serif character.
The tone is formal and dependable, leaning toward editorial and bookish settings rather than playful display. Its strong slabs and calm proportions suggest authority and clarity, giving text a composed, traditional voice.
The design appears intended to blend traditional serif readability with the firmer emphasis of slabs, creating a dependable workhorse face that remains expressive through its pronounced serifs and moderate stroke modulation.
In running text the font maintains a confident texture, with serifs that help guide the eye along lines while the open apertures keep shapes readable. Numerals appear sturdy and compatible with the text style, supporting general-purpose composition without drawing attention away from content.