Slab Normal Anbiw 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Archer' by Hoefler & Co. (names referenced only for comparison).
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A sturdy slab serif with low contrast and an even, workmanlike rhythm. Serifs are bold and mostly bracketed, giving strokes firm terminals without feeling overly mechanical. Proportions are moderately wide with generous counters and clear joins; round letters stay smooth while straight-sided forms keep crisp edges. The lowercase is conventional and highly legible, with a two-storey a and g and compact, squared-off details that hold up well in continuous text.
Performs well for long-form reading in editorial layouts, textbooks, reports, and other document-centric design where a solid serif texture improves scanning. It can also serve in headings and practical signage when a traditional, authoritative voice is desired without high-contrast delicacy.
The overall tone is dependable and familiar, leaning toward a classic, bookish practicality rather than display flair. It reads as confident and grounded, suited to environments where clarity and authority matter more than personality.
Designed to be a plainspoken slab serif that prioritizes durability, readability, and consistent texture across mixed-case and numerals. The intent appears to balance traditional serif familiarity with the sturdiness and presence of slab terminals for reliable everyday typography.
Capitals carry a slightly formal, engraved-influenced presence through their strong serifs and stable verticals, while the lowercase keeps a calm texture in paragraphs. Numerals appear clear and traditionally shaped, matching the text weight and spacing for running copy.