Slab Contrasted Tima 6 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Zine Slab Display' by FontFont, 'TheSerif' by LucasFonts, 'PTL Qugard Slab' by Primetype, and 'JP MultiColour' by jpFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, signage, rugged, vintage, playful, bold, rustic, impact, nostalgia, handmade, warmth, chunky, inked, bracketed, wedgey, irregular.
A heavy, chunky slab-serif with compact counters and broad, blocky proportions. Strokes are largely uniform with subtle internal modulation, while the serifs read as blunt slabs with slightly bracketed, wedge-like joins that give the ends a carved/inked feel. Edges and curves show mild irregularities and soft corners, creating a tactile, printed texture rather than a crisp geometric finish. The lowercase is sturdy and compact, with a single-storey a and a rounded, bulbous e, and the figures follow the same stout, display-oriented construction.
Works best for short, high-impact settings such as posters, headlines, labels, and storefront-style signage where its dense weight and textured slabs can carry the design. It can also support bold branding and packaging applications that benefit from a vintage or rustic voice.
The overall tone is rugged and lively, mixing a nostalgic letterpress sensibility with a friendly, slightly mischievous bounce. It feels handcrafted and assertive, suited to designs that want warmth and character more than refinement or minimalism.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a characterful slab-serif silhouette, echoing old wood type and print-era signage while keeping forms simple and legible. Its small irregularities and chunky serifs aim to convey authenticity and a tactile, handcrafted impression.
The rhythm is intentionally uneven in small details (terminals, curvature, serif joins), which adds personality and a worn-in look. Tight apertures and dense color make it most impactful at larger sizes where the internal shapes can breathe.