Slab Normal Abrik 2 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, academic, reports, classic, scholarly, trustworthy, formal, readability, neutral utility, traditional tone, text economy, slab serif, bracketed serifs, sturdy, bookish, crisp.
A balanced slab serif with sturdy, mostly unmodulated strokes and clearly bracketed serifs. The letterforms are open and evenly proportioned, with moderate spacing and a steady horizontal rhythm that keeps paragraphs calm and readable. Curves are smooth and round, terminals feel restrained rather than decorative, and the numerals share the same solid, workmanlike construction for consistent texture across mixed text.
Well suited to continuous reading in books and long-form editorial layouts, as well as academic material, reports, and other text-forward documents where a stable, traditional texture is desirable. It can also serve effectively for headings when a classic slab-serif presence is needed without overt stylization.
The overall tone is traditional and dependable, with a slightly bookish, academic flavor. It reads as composed and professional, lending authority without feeling heavy or ornate.
The design appears intended as a plainspoken slab serif for practical typography: consistent shapes, restrained detailing, and an even color that holds up across paragraphs and mixed alphanumeric settings.
Capitals appear straightforward and stately, while the lowercase maintains clarity through simple joins and generous counters. The ampersand and punctuation in the sample text follow the same conservative design approach, supporting long-form reading without calling attention to themselves.