Slab Normal Opja 5 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Corporative Slab' by Latinotype, 'Peckham' by Los Andes, and 'Gambero' by Typoforge Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, assertive, retro, sturdy, informal, friendly, high impact, approachability, retro emphasis, headline utility, chunky, rounded, bracketed, soft corners.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and thick, nearly monoline strokes. Serifs are blocky and strongly bracketed, with softened corners that give the forms a rounded, carved feel rather than a sharp, mechanical one. Counters are generous for the weight, and the overall rhythm is compact and punchy, with prominent terminals and sturdy stems that keep letters readable at large sizes.
Best suited to display settings where weight and presence matter: bold headlines, posters, storefront or event signage, and packaging. It can also work for short brand statements or callouts where an assertive, retro-leaning slab serif voice is desired.
The tone is bold and confident with a vintage, poster-like energy. The slanted stance and softened slabs add a friendly, casual warmth, making it feel more approachable than strictly industrial slab serifs.
Likely designed to deliver maximum impact with a sturdy slab-serif structure while keeping the feel approachable through rounded joins and a consistent, low-contrast stroke. The italic slant appears aimed at adding motion and emphasis without sacrificing the font’s blocky, high-visibility character.
Uppercase forms are emphatic and stable, while the lowercase keeps a compact, workmanlike texture. Numerals match the heavy, wide construction and read clearly, supporting headline and display use.