Slab Contrasted Agwa 3 is a bold, very wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Macahe' by Rômulo Gobira (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, signage, packaging, western, rugged, retro, display, sporty, attention, heritage, impact, angular, beveled, flared, chiseled, blocky.
A heavy, right-leaning display face with wide proportions and strong slab-like terminals. Strokes show noticeable modulation and frequent angled cuts, giving many joins and endpoints a beveled, chiseled look rather than smooth curves. Counters tend to be compact and somewhat polygonal, and curves (like in C, G, O, S) are built from faceted segments that emphasize a mechanical, carved rhythm. The overall texture is dense and forceful, with pronounced, squared serifs and a lively, slightly irregular silhouette across glyphs.
Best suited for large-size applications where the carved details and slab terminals can be appreciated: posters, headlines, signage, and logo wordmarks. It can also work well on packaging and labels that want a heritage or Western feel, especially in short bursts of text rather than long reading.
The font projects a rugged, old-time tone with a distinctly Western and vintage sign-painting flavor. Its faceted cuts and assertive slabs feel bold and theatrical, suggesting heritage craftsmanship, frontier posters, and throwback sports or event branding. The italic slant adds momentum and swagger, keeping the mood energetic rather than formal.
Designed to deliver a bold, attention-grabbing voice that evokes carved or stamped lettering. The combination of wide proportions, slab terminals, and beveled joins suggests an intention to mimic vintage display typography for expressive branding and poster work.
The wide set and chunky serifs create strong horizontal emphasis, while the angular carving details add visual noise that becomes a defining feature at larger sizes. Numerals follow the same faceted, poster-like construction, keeping the set cohesive for headlines and short statements.