Slab Contrasted Komab 4 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'APN Ggantija' by Alphabets Patrick Nell and 'Egyptian Slate' and 'Rockwell WGL' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, posters, confident, traditional, scholarly, sturdy, readability, authority, print utility, headline impact, bracketed, bookish, robust, crisp, workmanlike.
A robust slab-serif with bracketed, squared serifs and generally even stroke weight. The letterforms feel wide and steady, with round counters, a prominent baseline presence, and strong horizontals that give the text a grounded rhythm. Uppercase shapes are stately and open, while lowercase forms stay straightforward and readable, with a single-storey “g” and compact joins that keep word shapes clear. Numerals are sturdy and legible, matching the typeface’s firm, print-oriented structure.
Well suited for editorial design where a solid serif voice is needed—magazines, book interiors, reports, and long-form reading. It also scales effectively for headlines, posters, and packaging where bold serifs can deliver emphasis without sacrificing legibility.
The overall tone is confident and traditional, evoking familiar book and newspaper typography with a sturdy, dependable voice. Its slabs add authority and a slightly industrial practicality, while the generous proportions keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to combine classic serif readability with the firm, architectural presence of slabs—delivering a dependable text face that can also carry strong display roles when set larger.
In paragraphs, the texture reads smooth and stable with clear vertical emphasis and consistent spacing. The strong serifs and open counters help maintain clarity at text sizes, while the broad proportions and squared detailing make it particularly assertive for headings and pull quotes.