Slab Contrasted Abhe 10 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Equip Slab' and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Corporative Slab' and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, and 'PF Bague Slab Pro' by Parachute (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, confident, sturdy, editorial, classic, athletic, impact, authority, readability, heritage, blocky, bracketed, high-ink, rounded.
A heavy, robust serif with prominent slab-like terminals and softly bracketed joins that keep the forms from feeling mechanical. Strokes are thick with only modest modulation, and the overall color is dense and even, producing a strong, poster-ready texture. Proportions run broad with generous counters; curves are round and full, while horizontals and serifs read as solid, blunt shapes. The lowercase is compact and sturdy, with a single-story “g,” a small-shouldered “r,” and a straightforward, utilitarian construction that prioritizes legibility at large sizes.
Best suited to headlines, short paragraphs, and display settings where its dense weight and broad proportions can do the work—posters, packaging, bold editorial callouts, and brand marks. It also fits sports and institutional-style graphics where a sturdy serif voice is desirable.
The tone is confident and no-nonsense, blending traditional print authority with a bold, contemporary punch. It feels dependable and workmanlike, with an energetic presence that suits messaging meant to be seen quickly and trusted.
Likely designed to deliver a tough, attention-getting serif voice that remains readable and familiar, combining strong slabs with softened bracketing for a more approachable, print-forward character.
In text, the strong serifs and wide letterforms create clear word shapes and a distinctly editorial rhythm. Numerals are heavy and stable, matching the uppercase weight and giving data or headlines a substantial, anchored look.