Slab Normal Odkoh 8 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, book typography, headlines, branding, trustworthy, traditional, scholarly, steady, readability, versatility, authority, clarity, durability, bracketed, robust, crisp, open counters, sturdy.
A sturdy slab serif with bracketed, squared terminals and a calm, even color. Strokes stay fairly uniform with minimal contrast, and the serifs are bold but cleanly integrated into the stems. Proportions are moderate and slightly compact in feel, with open counters and straightforward joins that keep letterforms clear. The lowercase shows a two-storey “g” and “a” and generally conventional construction, while numerals are simple and readable with consistent weight and stable curves.
This style suits long-form reading such as books, essays, reports, and editorial layouts where a stable serif texture is desired. It also works well for headings, pull quotes, and brand systems that want a grounded, classic slab-serif presence without overt stylistic quirks.
The overall tone is dependable and traditional, evoking bookish, institutional, and editorial contexts. Its confident slabs add a hint of authority without becoming decorative, giving text a composed, no-nonsense voice.
The design appears aimed at being a practical, general-purpose slab serif: strong enough to create structure and emphasis, but restrained enough to remain legible and neutral across a range of typographic roles.
Spacing appears even and rhythmically consistent in the sample text, supporting continuous reading. The serifs and terminals remain prominent at larger sizes, contributing to a solid, anchored texture on the page.