Slab Square Hama 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'DIN Next Slab' and 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype and 'Kulturista' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, confident, retro, sturdy, friendly, industrial, impact, durability, headline clarity, print nostalgia, brand presence, chunky, blocky, bracketed, compact, ink-trapless.
A heavy, chunky slab serif with squared-off terminals and broad, sturdy stems. Serifs read as thick rectangular slabs with subtle bracketing that smooths joins without adding much contrast. Counters are relatively tight and rounded, giving the letters a compact, punchy texture, while the overall rhythm stays even and stable across uppercase and lowercase. Figures are bold and straightforward, matching the blunt, workmanlike weight of the alphabet.
Best suited for display settings where impact and readability at a glance matter—headlines, posters, product packaging, storefront or wayfinding signage, and logo wordmarks. It can also work for short, bold callouts or subheads where a strong typographic anchor is needed.
The tone is assertive and dependable, with a nostalgic print feel reminiscent of headlines from mid‑century advertising and packaging. Its mass and squared details convey strength and practicality, while the rounded counters keep it approachable rather than severe.
Designed to deliver maximum presence with a sturdy slab-serif skeleton and squared terminals that hold up in bold, ink-heavy applications. The overall aim appears to be an attention-grabbing, dependable display face that reads clearly while projecting a strong, retro-leaning voice.
The lowercase shows a classic, conventional structure that favors clarity at large sizes, and the bold slabs create strong horizontal accents that can dominate a layout if set tightly. In running text, the dense color and compact counters suggest it will perform best when given generous leading and some breathing room.