Slab Normal Ogfe 8 is a regular weight, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, posters, packaging, branding, industrial, workmanlike, retro, mechanical, readability, solidity, utility, classic print tone, strong presence, slab-serif, sturdy, blocky, square serifs, bracketed serifs.
A sturdy slab-serif with broad proportions, generous spacing, and a steady, low-contrast stroke. The serifs are heavy and mostly square, with small brackets in places that soften joins without adding calligraphic movement. Curves are round and open, while terminals and crossbars feel firmly horizontal, producing a measured, even rhythm in text. The numerals and capitals share the same solid, utilitarian construction, with clear counters and a consistent baseline presence.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and editorial typography where a sturdy slab-serif texture is desired. It can also work for posters, packaging, and brand systems that need a dependable, slightly vintage-industrial feel, especially at display sizes where its wide proportions and slab details stand out.
The overall tone is practical and confident, with an industrial, editorial flavor reminiscent of mid-century printing and signage. Its wide stance and hefty serifs give it a grounded, no-nonsense voice that can feel both classic and slightly retro without becoming decorative.
The design appears intended as a plainspoken, versatile slab-serif that prioritizes solidity and readability while offering a bold typographic footprint through width and strong serifs. It aims to deliver a reliable, classic printing tone that can support both functional layouts and more characterful display settings.
In running text, the wide set and strong serifs create pronounced word shapes and a stable texture, favoring clarity and presence over compactness. The design reads cleanly at larger sizes where the slab details and rounded forms have room to show.