Slab Contrasted Kobez 5 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype and 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book text, headlines, branding, scholarly, classic, authoritative, warm, readability, editorial voice, strong hierarchy, traditional tone, bracketed, robust, bookish, ink-trapless, rounded terminals.
A robust slab serif with bracketed, rectangular serifs and clearly modeled strokes. The letterforms feel open and sturdy, with rounded joins and a slightly soft, print-like finish that keeps the heavy slabs from looking overly rigid. Counters are generous and the proportions read as broad and steady, while the lowercase shows a relatively tall x-height and compact ascenders/descenders that support dense setting. Numerals are full-sized and steady, matching the text color of the letters with consistent serif treatment.
This typeface works well for editorial layouts, magazine typography, and book-like settings where a strong serif voice is desired. Its sturdy slabs and open forms make it effective for headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and packaging or branding that needs a classic, confident presence. It can also serve as a readable UI or document face when a traditional, print-inflected tone is appropriate.
The overall tone is bookish and authoritative, evoking traditional publishing and institutional typography. Its strong slabs add confidence and presence, while the softened curves keep it approachable rather than severe. The result feels dependable and editorial, suited to content-forward design.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional slab-serif voice optimized for strong text color and clear hierarchy. It balances solidity and readability, aiming for an editorial workhorse that can carry both longer passages and prominent display lines without losing its grounded character.
In text, the font produces an even, dark color with clear word shapes and stable rhythm. The slab serifs create distinct horizontal emphasis, helping lines sit firmly on the baseline and giving headings a punchy, anchored look.