Slab Square Abgum 6 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, branding, packaging, bookish, mid-century, approachable, quietly formal, trustworthy, readability, editorial utility, modern classic, solid presence, versatility, bracketed serifs, high contrast, crisp, open counters, lively rhythm.
A serif typeface with sturdy, slab-leaning, mostly square-ended serifs and clear bracket transitions into the stems. Strokes show noticeable contrast rather than a purely even monoline feel, with rounded bowls and open apertures that keep interior spaces generous. Proportions are compact in the capitals and roomy in the lowercase, with a tall x-height that makes the text color feel even and readable. Terminals and joins are clean and somewhat squared, while curves remain smooth, producing a balanced mix of engineered structure and soft geometry.
It is well suited to editorial settings such as books, long-form articles, and magazine typography where a stable serif voice and clear lowercase are important. The slab-like presence also works for brand systems, packaging, and institutional materials that need a dependable, mildly contemporary feel. It can serve as a headline companion at larger sizes while remaining comfortable in paragraph text.
The overall tone is steady and literary, with a hint of mid-century editorial character. Its square-shouldered serifs add authority, while the open shapes and tall lowercase keep it friendly and easygoing. The result feels classic without being ornate, and practical without looking purely utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a readable text serif with extra firmness from slab-style serifs, combining traditional proportions with modern, squared finishing. It aims for versatility across editorial and identity work by balancing authority with approachability.
Letterspacing appears comfortable for continuous reading, and the numerals sit confidently with clear differentiation and straightforward forms. The mix of squared details and rounded curves creates a gentle, rhythmic texture that stays consistent across lines in the sample text.