Slab Square Kaba 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Rama Slab' by Dharma Type, 'FTY JACKPORT' by The Fontry, and 'Winner' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, logos, western, circus, poster, rugged, retro, poster impact, vintage revival, bold branding, rugged display, blocky, stencil-like, ink-trap, compact, punchy.
A compact, heavy display slab with flat, squared terminals and chunky bracketless serifs that read as carved blocks. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, and many joins show small interior cut-ins that create a slightly stencil-like, ink-trap effect. Counters are tight and geometric, with squarish bowls and strong vertical emphasis; curves are simplified into blunt arcs. The overall rhythm is dense and forceful, optimized for impact rather than delicate detail.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as posters, headlines, signage, badges, packaging titles, and logo wordmarks where its dense slabs and compact width can concentrate visual weight. It can also work for retro-themed labels and event promotions, but will feel heavy in long body copy due to tight counters and strong texture.
The face evokes old poster vernacular—part Wild West wood type, part circus/boxing bill—projecting toughness, showmanship, and a handcrafted, printed feel. Its squared forms and cut-in corners add a rugged, utilitarian character that feels vintage and attention-grabbing.
This design appears intended to recreate the bold presence of traditional display slab lettering—especially wood-type and poster styles—combining squared terminals with small interior notches to preserve clarity under heavy weight and evoke a stamped or cut-letter aesthetic.
The numerals and caps appear especially built for display, with bold silhouettes and simplified interior spaces that stay recognizable at a distance. The lowercase maintains the same blocky logic, with sturdy stems and minimal modulation, keeping the texture uniform across mixed-case settings.