Slab Contrasted Koleg 9 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Kievit Slab' and 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont and 'TheSerif' by LucasFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book text, magazines, posters, authoritative, traditional, academic, refined, robust readability, editorial presence, classic tone, strong emphasis, bracketed serifs, sturdy, crisp, bookish, formal.
A sturdy serif design with prominent, squared slab-like serifs that are generally bracketed into the stems. Strokes are mostly even with gentle modulation, producing a dark, steady color in text. Proportions feel balanced and classical rather than condensed, with compact counters and a controlled rhythm. Terminals are clean and straight, and the figures align well with the letters for consistent, workmanlike typography.
It works well for editorial headlines and subheads where sturdy serifs and a solid typographic color are desirable. The consistent rhythm also supports longer-form reading in book or magazine layouts, particularly when a traditional, authoritative voice is needed. It can also serve in posters and display settings that benefit from bold, stable letterforms.
The overall tone is confident and established, with a bookish, editorial character that reads as traditional and dependable. The strong serifs and calm modulation add a sense of authority and formality without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust, classic serif voice with slab-like emphasis—combining dependable readability with a more forceful, editorial presence than a delicate text serif.
In the sample text, the face maintains clear word shapes and stable spacing at larger sizes, with the slab serifs lending a grounded baseline and a slightly institutional feel. The capitals appear especially sturdy, making the font well suited to emphatic headings while still retaining a readable texture in longer lines.