Slab Square Abkev 2 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, utilitarian, trustworthy, retro, readability, editorial tone, classic utility, print robustness, slab serif, bracketed serifs, flat terminals, sturdy, readable.
A sturdy slab-serif with square-ended strokes and broad, confident serifs. The letters show restrained contrast and largely vertical stress, with open apertures and generous interior space that keep counters clear in both text and display sizes. Serifs read mostly bracketed and consistent, giving the design a solid baseline and even texture across lines. Proportions feel traditional and bookish, with a calm rhythm and a legible, workmanlike build in the lowercase and numerals.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where a firm serif structure helps guide the eye. It also works for headlines, pull quotes, and informational typography—reports, manuals, and institutional materials—where a sturdy, traditional voice is desirable.
The font conveys a dependable, editorial tone—measured and pragmatic rather than flashy. Its slab-serifs add a slightly retro, print-era character that feels scholarly and institutional, while staying approachable and highly readable.
The design appears intended to provide a clear, traditional slab-serif texture with reliable readability and a grounded presence. Its square terminals and consistent serif treatment suggest a practical typeface aimed at versatile print and screen typography without sacrificing a classic, editorial feel.
In the sample text, the face maintains a steady color and clear word shapes, with punctuation and numerals that sit comfortably alongside the lowercase. The overall impression is of a classic, no-nonsense slab built for clarity and consistency.