Slab Normal Opfi 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Slab' by Artegra, 'Campione Neue' by BoxTube Labs, 'Miura Slab' by DSType, 'Rude Slab ExtraCondensed' by Monotype, 'Core Slab M' by S-Core, 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry, 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether, and 'Hockeynight Serif' by XTOPH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, confident, rugged, retro, friendly, industrial, impact, durability, heritage, legibility, utility, chunky, blocky, bracketed, robust, compact.
A heavy, block-forward slab serif with broad, squared forms and strongly bracketed serifs. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing dense silhouettes and sturdy counters. Terminals feel blunt and slightly rounded at the corners, and the overall construction favors compact internal spaces and strong verticals. Lowercase and numerals maintain the same stout rhythm, with straightforward shapes and stable, workmanlike proportions.
Well suited to headlines, posters, labels, and signage where a strong, high-contrast-to-background presence is needed. It can also support branding and packaging that leans classic or industrial, especially when set with generous tracking or ample line spacing to offset its dense texture.
The tone is assertive and dependable, with a vintage poster and wood-type sensibility. Its weight and squared slabs convey toughness and practicality, while the softened corners keep it approachable rather than severe. Overall it reads as confident, utilitarian, and distinctly retro.
The design appears aimed at delivering a sturdy, highly legible slab-serif voice for impactful display typography. Its consistent stroke weight, bracketed slabs, and compact counters suggest an intention to echo traditional printed and sign-painted styles while staying clean and practical for modern use.
The font’s dark color and tight counters create high impact at display sizes, and the bracketed slabs help maintain a cohesive horizontal rhythm across lines. The punctuation and figures shown match the same bold, no-nonsense detailing, reinforcing a uniform, signage-ready voice.