Slab Contrasted Komij 1 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Intermedial Slab' by Blaze Type, 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Faraon' by Latinotype, 'Cyntho Next Slab' by Mint Type, 'Kaluny Pro' by Muykyta, and 'Tabac Slab' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, branding, packaging, literary, traditional, confident, robust, readability, authority, print feel, sturdy texture, classic tone, slab serif, bracketed, ball terminals, ink-trap feel, bookish.
A sturdy slab-serif with broad proportions, pronounced bracketed slabs, and gently tapered joins that give the outlines a subtly inked, press-like finish. Strokes are largely even, with only modest modulation, and the counters stay open and readable at text sizes. The lowercase shows a two-storey a and g, a compact, sturdy r, and rounded terminals on several forms, while the numerals are heavyset with clear, stable silhouettes. Overall spacing feels comfortable and rhythmic, producing a solid, column-friendly texture in paragraphs.
Well-suited to editorial layouts, book typography, and long-form reading where a firm slab structure can maintain clarity across pages. It also performs strongly in headlines and pull quotes, and can lend a trustworthy, heritage-leaning voice to branding and packaging when a robust, print-rooted serif is desired.
The tone reads classic and editorial—dependable, bookish, and slightly old-style without feeling ornate. Its weight and slab structure add authority and warmth, suggesting print heritage and practical clarity rather than sleek modernity.
The design appears intended to deliver a practical, text-capable slab serif with a confident presence—combining sturdy slabs and open forms for readability, while adding subtle rounding and bracketing to keep the color smooth in continuous reading.
Serifs are substantial and slightly softened by bracketing, which reduces brittleness and helps the font hold together in dense text. The wide stance and strong slabs make headlines feel grounded, while the restrained contrast keeps longer passages steady and legible.