Slab Square Abbel 3 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book text, headlines, branding, classic, bookish, authoritative, collegiate, readability, editorial tone, sturdy presence, classic utility, slab serifs, bracketed serifs, square terminals, sturdy, crisp.
A sturdy slab-serif with largely even stroke weight and a measured, calm rhythm. Serifs are prominent and mostly square-ended, with subtle bracketing that keeps joins from feeling overly mechanical. Counters are open and round where expected (notably in C, O, Q), while verticals stay firm and straight, giving the design a grounded, dependable texture. Proportions feel traditional with moderate contrast between straight stems and curved strokes, and spacing reads comfortable in continuous text.
Works well for editorial typography such as magazines, essays, and book matter where a sturdy serif texture is desired. It also suits headlines, pull quotes, and institutional or heritage-leaning branding that benefits from strong, square-shouldered serifs and a confident presence.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, projecting reliability and a slightly scholarly, collegiate sensibility. Its strong serifs and steady color give it an authoritative voice suited to formal or informational settings without feeling ornate.
Likely designed to deliver a dependable slab-serif voice that remains readable in text while providing enough serif weight and structure to stand out in display sizes. The balance of rounded counters and firm, square serifs suggests an intention to feel traditional yet robust.
Figures appear lining and clear, with straightforward shapes that maintain consistent weight and presence alongside capitals. The x-height sits comfortably against the cap height, helping the font hold up in paragraph settings while retaining a distinctly slab-serif character.