Slab Contrasted Pihy 3 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Geometric Slabserif 712' and 'Serifa' by Bitstream, 'Goodall' by Colophon Foundry, 'Serifa EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Glypha' by Linotype, 'Geometric Slabserif 712' and 'Pragmatica Slab Serif' by ParaType, and 'Helserif' and 'Quint' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, confident, vintage, editorial, american, collegiate, impact, authority, heritage, readability, display, slabbed, blocky, brash, sturdy, compact.
A heavy, block-built serif with pronounced square slabs and broadly rounded bowls. Strokes feel mostly even with only mild modulation, producing dense, dark letterforms and strong silhouettes. Terminals are blunt and crisp, counters are relatively tight, and the overall rhythm is steady and punchy. The lowercase is straightforward and robust, with sturdy stems and a slightly compact feel in interior spaces that reinforces the bold, poster-ready color.
Best suited to headlines, short phrases, and display sizes where its slabs and dense weight can deliver maximum impact. It works well for branding and packaging that want a sturdy, heritage-leaning voice, and it can also fit collegiate or sports-themed applications where bold, traditional letterforms are expected.
The tone is assertive and workmanlike, with a classic, old-school flavor reminiscent of traditional headlines and institutional signage. Its weight and slabs give it a no-nonsense authority, reading as confident, dependable, and distinctly retro without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended to provide a high-impact slab serif that stays clear and readable while projecting a classic, authoritative presence. Its blunt serifs, compact counters, and consistent weight prioritize immediacy and visual strength for display typography.
Numbers are hefty and highly legible, matching the letterforms’ squared-off serif treatment and strong curves. In text settings the font maintains an even, forceful texture, making spacing and counters feel intentionally tight for impact rather than delicacy.