Slab Square Guhe 5 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Sharp Slab' by Monotype and 'Netra' by Sign Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, confident, industrial, retro, friendly, punchy, impact, durability, readability, nostalgia, branding, blocky, sturdy, compact, bracketless, ink-trap like.
A heavy, block-constructed slab serif with squared-off terminals and broad, rectangular serifs. The strokes are largely uniform, with only subtle modulation, and corners are mostly crisp, giving the shapes a carved, poster-like solidity. Counters are relatively tight and apertures tend to be small, reinforcing a dense texture in text. Several joins show slight notches or ink-trap-like cut-ins, helping interior spaces stay readable at bold weights. The lowercase is sturdy and straightforward, while the figures are wide and substantial, matching the overall mass and rhythm.
Best suited for headlines and short, high-impact copy where its dense weight and slab structure can carry the message. It works well for posters, packaging, signage, and logo wordmarks that benefit from a sturdy, industrial-leaning presence. For longer passages, it will be most effective at larger sizes with comfortable line spacing.
The font projects a confident, workmanlike tone with a retro, display-forward energy. Its chunky slabs and squared geometry feel industrial and dependable, while the rounded internal shapes keep it from becoming harsh. Overall it reads as bold, direct, and attention-grabbing.
Likely intended as a bold, attention-focused slab serif that combines squared construction with practical readability cues (tight counters and small cut-ins at joins). The design aims to deliver a strong, retro-tinged voice for display typography while keeping letterforms clear and consistent across a full basic set.
In paragraph-style sample text, the weight creates strong horizontal emphasis and a dark typographic color, making spacing and line breaks feel deliberate. The square-ended serifs and compact counters produce a distinctive, stamped look that remains consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.