Slab Contrasted Pyre 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Boton' by Berthold; 'Kondolar' by Cadson Demak; 'Alianza' by Corradine Fonts; 'Cargan', 'Orgon Slab', and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype; and 'Polyphonic' and 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, sports branding, packaging, signage, western, sporty, retro, confident, poster-like, high impact, vintage display, sturdy clarity, brand presence, blocky, bracketed, ball terminals, rounded corners, compact.
A heavy, block-structured slab serif with thick, squared stems and prominent bracketed slabs that read like sturdy “feet.” Curves are broad and full, with noticeably rounded joins that soften the otherwise industrial geometry. The lowercase shows a robust, compact build with a single-storey a and g, a ball-terminal g, and substantial, rectangular serifs that create a strong baseline rhythm. Counters are relatively tight and apertures tend toward closed, emphasizing mass and silhouette over delicacy, while the numerals match the same chunky, anchored construction.
Best suited for high-impact display use such as posters, big headlines, team or event branding, and bold packaging callouts. It also works well for signage-style applications where a sturdy, traditional slab presence is desired, particularly when set with generous tracking and leading.
The overall tone feels bold, assertive, and nostalgic, evoking classic display lettering associated with athletic branding, bold headlines, and Americana-influenced signage. Its weight and slab footing project strength and stability, while the rounded details add friendliness and approachability.
The design appears intended to deliver a punchy, highly legible silhouette with a rugged slab-serif character, combining strong verticals with softened curves for a friendlier, vintage-display feel. Its construction prioritizes visual authority and memorability in short bursts of text.
Wide slabs and deep notches create strong inter-letter texture, especially in dense settings where the dark color quickly builds. The design favors impact at medium-to-large sizes; in smaller text, the tight counters and heavy serifs may visually fill in and reduce clarity.