Slab Square Abkof 1 is a light, wide, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, academic, scholarly, classic, measured, calm, readability, text setting, editorial tone, clarity, slab serif, bracketless, square serifs, crisp, open counters.
A crisp slab-serif design with straight, square-cut serifs and largely even stroke weight. The letterforms are built from clear geometric strokes with minimal curvature in the terminals, giving the face a clean, engineered texture. Capitals feel steady and formal with broad, open bowls, while the lowercase shows straightforward construction and a readable, moderate x-height. Numerals and punctuation match the same sturdy, squared-off serif treatment, maintaining consistent rhythm in text.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, magazines, and editorial layouts where a steady slab-serif texture is desired. It also works for academic or institutional materials, captions, and data-adjacent typography that benefits from clear numerals and a consistent, disciplined rhythm.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, with an editorial seriousness that reads as dependable rather than decorative. Its squared serifs add a subtly authoritative, institutional voice while staying calm and restrained at reading sizes.
Likely designed to provide a practical slab-serif voice that balances classic print conventions with a cleaner, more squared terminal treatment. The intention appears focused on reliable readability and a composed page texture across paragraphs and mixed content.
Spacing appears comfortable and regular, producing an even color across lines in the text sample. Round letters (like O and Q) remain generous and open, while flat serif endings keep silhouettes sharp, helping maintain clarity in mixed-case and numeric settings.