Slab Contrasted Kolij 4 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shemekia' by Areatype, 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether, and 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, newsprint, academic, branding, authoritative, scholarly, classic, formal, readability, print utility, editorial voice, classic tone, durability, slab serifs, bracketed, scotch roman, ink traps, ball terminals.
A sturdy serif with prominent slab-like serifs and gently bracketed joins. Strokes are generally even, with mild modulation that adds a traditional print rhythm without feeling delicate. Capitals are wide and confident with strong horizontals; lowercase forms are open and readable, with a two-storey “a” and “g” and clear, compact apertures. Details like the angled leg on “R,” the crisp arms of “E/F,” and the robust numerals reinforce a pragmatic, text-first construction.
Works well for long-form reading such as books, essays, and academic materials, where the strong serifs help guide the eye across lines. It also fits editorial layouts, newspaper or magazine typography, and brand systems that need a traditional, trustworthy voice in headlines and subheads.
The overall tone is dependable and editorial, evoking book typography and institutional communication. Its solid serifs and measured proportions convey seriousness and tradition while remaining approachable for everyday reading.
Likely designed as a robust, versatile slab-serif for print-inspired typography: strong enough to hold up in demanding layouts, but restrained enough to set comfortably in continuous text.
The face shows a slightly engraved, Scotch-inspired character in the way serifs flare and connect, and some terminals lean toward subtle ball-like shaping. Spacing appears comfortable in the sample text, producing an even gray value suitable for sustained passages.