Slab Normal Opki 7 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP, 'Shemekia' by Areatype, 'Cargan' and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Gaspo Slab' by Latinotype, 'Jornada Slab' and 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype, and 'Haboro Slab' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, subheads, posters, packaging, editorial, utilitarian, robust, classic, retro, workhorse, authority, clarity, print feel, slab serif, bracketed, heavy serifs, soft corners, compact.
A sturdy slab serif with heavy, bracketed serifs and largely monolinear strokes. The letterforms are built from simple, confident geometry with rounded joins and slightly softened terminals, giving the face a solid, ink-friendly silhouette. Counters are moderately open and proportions are relatively compact, with a clear, steady rhythm across uppercase, lowercase, and figures. The overall texture reads dense and even, with strong baseline emphasis and consistent serif treatment throughout.
Well suited for headlines, subheads, and short text where a strong, steady slab presence helps anchor the page. It can also serve effectively in editorial layouts, labels, and packaging, especially when a compact, confident texture and clear, traditional forms are desired.
The font conveys a pragmatic, no-nonsense tone with a hint of vintage printing. Its weighty serifs and compact build feel dependable and authoritative, suggesting traditional publishing and straightforward messaging rather than delicate or ornate expression.
The design appears intended as a practical slab serif for general-purpose setting, prioritizing firmness, consistency, and legibility with a familiar, traditional construction. Its softened corners and bracketed serifs suggest an aim to balance ruggedness with approachable readability.
In text, the design produces a dark, cohesive color that holds together well at display and subhead sizes, while the rounded bracket transitions keep the slab forms from feeling overly rigid. Numerals match the letters in weight and presence, supporting uniform typographic color in mixed alphanumeric settings.