Slab Contrasted Isti 2 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, logotypes, packaging, industrial, western, vintage, authoritative, poster-ready, compact impact, signage feel, vintage character, rugged tone, octagonal, chamfered, bracketless, squared, condensed.
A condensed display face built from sturdy vertical stems and sharply chamfered corners, giving many curves an octagonal, machined feel. Serifs are slab-like and mostly unbracketed, with flat terminals and frequent angled cuts at joins and stroke ends. Counters tend to be narrow and tall, and many letters show a slightly modular construction that emphasizes straight segments over smooth bowls. The rhythm is tight and vertical, with strong capitals and compact lowercase forms that stay legible through clear interior openings and consistent stroke endings.
Best suited to short, high-contrast text such as posters, headlines, labels, and signage where its condensed width and strong slabs can carry impact. It can also work for logos and wordmarks that want a rugged, vintage-industrial voice, especially at larger sizes where the faceted details remain clear.
The overall tone feels tough and utilitarian, evoking old industrial signage and classic “wanted poster” typography. Its narrow, high-impact silhouette reads assertive and a bit theatrical, with a vintage flavor that can skew Western, railway, or headline editorial depending on setting. The angular cuts add a crafted, stamped character that keeps it from feeling neutral.
The design appears intended as a compact, attention-getting display serif that merges slab weight with angular, chamfered detailing. It prioritizes vertical emphasis and sign-painter solidity, aiming for a historic, industrial or Western-tinged atmosphere while remaining readable in tight headline settings.
Distinctive notches and chamfered corners show up across rounds and diagonals, creating a consistent faceted texture in words. Numerals follow the same squared, sign-like logic, supporting bold headlines and numbering systems with a cohesive look.