Slab Contrasted Kawo 6 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book design, posters, branding, scholarly, classic, authoritative, industrial, space saving, authority, readability, structure, slab serifs, bracketed, vertical stress, open counters, sturdy.
A tall, condensed slab serif with sturdy, mostly vertical stems and broad, squared serifs that read as slightly bracketed rather than razor-sharp. The letterforms keep a disciplined, upright posture with compact widths and tight internal spacing, while round characters like O and Q stay narrow and vertically oriented. Stroke modulation is subtle but present, showing gentle thick–thin shifts in curved forms and at joins, and terminals finish cleanly with flat slab endings. Lowercase proportions favor a prominent x-height, with straightforward, workmanlike shapes and minimal calligraphic flourish.
Well-suited to editorial settings where a condensed serif is needed for economy of space, such as headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and magazine layouts. It can also serve in book jackets, posters, and brand wordmarks that want a classic slab-serif authority with compact width.
The overall tone feels firm and literate—more newspaper and reference-book than playful display. Its slab construction adds a utilitarian, architectural confidence, while the restrained contrast and condensed stance keep the voice focused and no-nonsense.
The design appears aimed at delivering an authoritative slab-serif voice in a space-saving, condensed format, balancing sturdy construction with just enough modulation to keep long lines readable and structured.
In text, the strong serifs create a clear horizontal rhythm and a slightly “typewriter/editorial” color without becoming overly heavy. Numerals appear simple and sturdy, matching the same squared serif language for a cohesive editorial texture.