Slab Contrasted Pygu 10 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP, 'Artegra Slab' by Artegra, 'Codename FX' by Differentialtype, 'Ciutadella Slab' by Emtype Foundry, 'ITC Officina Serif' by ITC, 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry, 'Pentay Slab' by deFharo, and 'JP MultiColour' by jpFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, confident, sturdy, retro, friendly, impact, readability, retro tone, display strength, warmth, slab serifs, bracketed, rounded terminals, soft corners, ball terminals.
A heavy slab-serif with broad, compact letterforms and prominent, squared serifs that read as slightly bracketed rather than razor-sharp. Strokes are thick and mostly even, with subtly rounded joins and softened corners that keep the texture from feeling rigid. The lowercase shows a sturdy, readable rhythm with a single-storey “a,” ball terminals on “c” and “f,” and a compact “t,” while the numerals are bold and blocky with clear, simple shapes. Overall spacing and proportions produce a dense, headline-oriented color with a steady baseline and a mild, approachable softness.
Best suited for headlines, posters, packaging, and bold editorial callouts where a dense, authoritative slab-serif voice is needed. It can also support branding and label-style layouts that benefit from a sturdy, vintage-leaning presence, especially when set with generous leading to avoid an overly dark page color.
The font conveys a bold, dependable tone with a distinctly retro, print-forward character. Its chunky slabs and softened details feel confident and workmanlike, while the rounded touches add warmth and approachability rather than severity.
The likely intention is a modern, high-impact slab serif that echoes classic print and wood-type traditions while smoothing the edges for a friendlier, more contemporary feel. It prioritizes strong display readability, clear shapes, and a cohesive, emphatic texture.
The design favors strong silhouettes and clear interior counters, which helps maintain legibility at larger sizes. The combination of squared slabs with rounded terminals creates a distinctive, slightly informal texture that feels at home in display settings.