Slab Rounded Tegu 9 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, headlines, labels, typewriter, friendly, retro, utilitarian, approachable, softened slab, vintage utility, clear display, retro editorial, rounded slabs, soft corners, ink-trap feel, sturdy, high contrast (none).
A sturdy slab-serif with rounded, softened terminals and a largely even, monoline stroke. Serifs read as blunt blocks with generous curvature, giving the letterforms a cushioned, stamped look rather than a sharp-edged one. Proportions are slightly condensed in places with open counters and clear, simple joins, and the overall rhythm feels steady and mechanical. Uppercase shapes are compact and upright, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, workmanlike construction with a single-storey a and g and prominent, rounded feet and caps on stems.
Well-suited for branding and packaging that want a retro-industrial or typewriter-flavored voice, as well as posters, headlines, and label-style applications where a sturdy slab serif can carry presence without looking overly formal. It can also work in short text passages when a warm, utilitarian texture is desired.
The tone is reminiscent of vintage office tools—typewriter, label-maker, and rubber-stamp ephemera—tempered by rounded edges that make it feel friendly rather than severe. It conveys practicality and reliability, with a lightly nostalgic, analog character that reads as casual and approachable.
The design appears intended to merge classic slab-serif durability with softened, rounded finishing for a more inviting feel. It emphasizes clarity and consistency across the set, aiming for a practical, editorial-friendly voice with a nostalgic, stamped aesthetic.
The numerals and capitals share consistent slab treatment, helping headings and mixed-case settings feel cohesive. Rounded corners and bulb-like terminals reduce visual harshness at larger sizes and help the face maintain a solid silhouette in bold words or short lines of text.