Slab Contrasted Abga 14 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Calanda' by Hoftype, 'Multiple' by Latinotype, 'Ocre Serif' by Monotype, and 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, sturdy, confident, retro, editorial, american, impact, durability, heritage, print feel, authority, bracketed, blocky, ink-trap, soft corners, robust.
A heavy slab-serif with broad proportions and a compact, steady rhythm. Serifs are substantial and mostly bracketed, with flattened terminals that give the outlines a carved, print-like solidity. The stroke joins show small notches and angular cut-ins in places, adding a slightly inked or stamped texture without breaking overall uniformity. Counters are fairly open for the weight, and the lowercase maintains a conventional, workmanlike structure with a clear, readable skeleton.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and display copy where a strong typographic anchor is needed. It can work effectively in branding and packaging that want a traditional, sturdy tone, and it holds up for short editorial callouts and signage thanks to its bold, high-impact shapes.
The font projects a strong, dependable voice with a vintage, industrial flavor. Its chunky slabs and subtly rugged detailing evoke classic print ephemera—newspapers, posters, and utilitarian signage—while still feeling composed and deliberate rather than playful.
Likely designed to deliver an assertive slab-serif look with a slightly rugged, printed character—combining wide, attention-grabbing proportions with practical, familiar letterforms for clear display communication.
Capitals read particularly authoritative due to their width and large, square serifs, while the numerals share the same blocky, poster-ready presence. In text, the heavy color builds quickly, making it best when generous spacing and moderate line lengths are available.