Slab Contrasted Ihna 6 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Miura Slab' by DSType, 'Sanchez' and 'Sanchez Slab' by Latinotype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Isento Slab' by Monotype, 'Pepi/Rudi' by Suitcase Type Foundry, and 'Palo Slab' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports, packaging, editorial, retro, confident, athletic, american, impact, momentum, nostalgia, authority, bracketed, chunky, ink-trap-ish, compact.
A sturdy italic slab-serif with heavy, squared-off terminals and a tight, forward-leaning rhythm. Strokes are predominantly thick with modest modulation, and the serifs read as broad, blocky slabs with slight bracketing that helps the forms feel carved rather than purely geometric. Counters are relatively compact, curves are full, and joins stay crisp, giving the letters a dense, punchy texture in text. The overall proportions are broad with strong horizontal presence, and the figures match the same robust, poster-ready construction.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, posters, and branded statements where a strong, italic voice is needed. It can work well for sports identities, event promotions, packaging, and editorial callouts that benefit from dense color and assertive slabs.
The tone is bold and assertive, with a vintage, workmanlike flavor that recalls classic sports and newspaper display typography. Its slanted stance adds momentum and urgency, while the chunky slabs keep it grounded and emphatic.
Likely designed to deliver a forceful italic slab-serif look that maintains clarity while projecting speed and confidence. The construction prioritizes impact and a cohesive dark texture, making it effective for display typography and prominent messaging.
In the sample text, the spacing and weight create a dark, continuous color that suits short lines and headlines. The lowercase shows sturdy, readable shapes with squat shoulders and firm terminals, and the numerals are simple, heavy, and highly legible at a glance.