Slab Contrasted Pyji 7 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType; 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types; 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont; 'Calanda', 'Equip Slab', and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Corporative Slab' by Latinotype; and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, logotypes, packaging, robust, confident, industrial, collegiate, retro, impact, ruggedness, clarity, tradition, authority, blocky, bracketed, heavy, compact, sturdy.
A heavy slab-serif with broad proportions and an even, low-contrast stroke structure. Serifs are rectangular and strongly integrated, with slight bracketing that softens the joins while keeping an assertive, block-like silhouette. Counters are relatively tight and apertures are modest, creating dense texture in text. Uppercase forms are sturdy and squared-off, while the lowercase maintains straightforward, utilitarian construction with rounded bowls and firm terminals; numerals match the same weight and slab treatment for a unified set.
Best suited to headlines, posters, labels, and signage where strong presence and quick recognition matter. It can also work for branding marks and packaging that benefit from a rugged, traditional slab-serif character, and for short emphatic text where a dense, impactful texture is desired.
The overall tone is bold and no-nonsense, projecting strength and reliability with a hint of vintage signage and collegiate lettering. Its mass and firm slab endings give it an authoritative, workmanlike voice that feels energetic without becoming playful.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a sturdy slab-serif framework, balancing squared structure with slightly softened joins for readability. It aims for a classic, hard-working display voice that holds up well in large sizes and high-contrast applications.
In running text, the weight and compact internal spaces create a dark color that reads best with ample size and breathing room. The consistent slab vocabulary across caps, lowercase, and figures supports cohesive typographic hierarchy in display settings.