Slab Contrasted Sedy 13 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bulltoad' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, sports branding, confident, rugged, retro, industrial, sports, impact, heritage, clarity, sturdiness, headline strength, blocky, bracketed, ink-trap, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, block-driven slab serif with pronounced, squared serifs and subtly bracketed joins. Counters are relatively tight and apertures lean toward closed, giving the face a dense, poster-ready color. Strokes show noticeable but controlled modulation, and several joins feature small notches/ink-trap-like cut-ins that add crispness at display sizes. Uppercase forms are wide and weighty with flat terminals, while the lowercase maintains a sturdy, compact rhythm with rounded bowls and short, thick serifs.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and large typographic statements where its slabs and compact counters can deliver impact. It also fits branding for rugged or heritage-flavored products, packaging, signage, and sports or event graphics that need a sturdy, attention-grabbing voice.
The overall tone is assertive and workmanlike, with a vintage, signage-inspired presence. It reads as bold and dependable—more “built” than “drawn”—and carries a subtle old-west/athletic headline energy without becoming overly decorative.
The design appears intended to provide maximum visual punch with a structured slab-serif framework, combining traditional serif cues with a modern, high-ink footprint. The small notches at joins suggest an effort to preserve clarity in dense strokes while maintaining a bold, industrial personality.
The numerals are similarly chunky and high-impact, with simplified interior shapes that prioritize bold silhouettes. In text settings, the strong slab terminals and dense counters create a dark, even texture that favors short lines and emphatic statements over delicate reading.