Slab Contrasted Kahi 7 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, book layout, newspaper, academic, vintage, authoritative, confident, readability, density, tradition, authority, utility, bracketed serifs, compact, sturdy, crisp, texty.
A compact slab-serif with sturdy stems, clearly defined bracketed slabs, and moderate stroke modulation. The letterforms keep a tight, vertical posture with restrained curves and a consistent, structured rhythm. Terminals are squared and decisive, counters are relatively open for the width, and the overall texture reads dense and steady in paragraph settings.
Well-suited to editorial typography where a compact, sturdy serif can maintain presence at smaller sizes, such as books, magazines, newspapers, and academic materials. It also works effectively for headings and pull quotes when a traditional, no-nonsense voice is desired.
The tone is traditional and authoritative, with a faint vintage print feeling that suggests established institutions and edited prose. Its sturdy serifs and compact proportions convey confidence and seriousness without becoming overly ornamental.
The design appears intended to deliver a pragmatic slab-serif voice for sustained reading: compact proportions, firm serifs, and controlled contrast that support a dense text color and dependable readability in long-form settings.
In the sample text, the font builds a dark, even color with clear word shapes and firm baselines. Numerals and capitals carry the same squared, disciplined serif treatment, reinforcing a cohesive, workmanlike personality across mixed-content layouts.