Slab Normal Afby 9 is a light, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, branding, classic, bookish, measured, trustworthy, readability, workhorse, editorial tone, print emphasis, clarity, slab serif, bracketed serifs, open apertures, generous spacing, rounded terminals.
This typeface is a wide, low-contrast slab serif with sturdy, bracketed serifs and a calm, even rhythm. Strokes stay relatively uniform, with gently rounded joins and terminals that keep curves smooth rather than sharp. Counters are open and spacious, and the letterforms feel generously proportioned, with ample sidebearings that create an airy texture in text. The numerals follow the same restrained construction, leaning toward old-style shaping with soft curves and modest serifed finishes.
It suits editorial typography well, including magazines, book interiors, and article layouts where a classic slab serif tone is desired. The wide proportions also make it effective for display work such as headlines, pull quotes, and branding applications that benefit from a steady, established character.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, projecting a composed, trustworthy voice. Its broad stance and steady detailing give it a comfortable, readable presence that feels familiar in print-oriented contexts without becoming ornamental.
The design appears aimed at a dependable, general-purpose slab serif: readable, even-textured, and visually stable, with enough width and serif presence to carry authority in both text and display settings.
In the sample text, the wide set and generous spacing contribute to a relaxed reading color, while the slab serifs add crisp edges that help maintain clarity at larger sizes. The design reads as intentionally straightforward, with subtle rounding preventing the slabs from feeling overly rigid.