Slab Contrasted Aghi 5 is a bold, very wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dean Slab' by Blaze Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, editorial, industrial, retro, authoritative, impact, stability, print voice, headline clarity, chunky, bracketed, ink-trap, compact, robust.
A heavy slab-serif with broad proportions, sturdy stems, and rectangular, mostly bracketed slabs that give a firmly planted silhouette. Curves are generously rounded but controlled, with subtle shaping at joins and terminals that reads like slight ink-trap notches in places. Counters are relatively tight for the weight, and the overall rhythm is dense and steady, with clear, workmanlike forms and consistent serif treatment across caps and lowercase. Numerals follow the same blocky, high-impact construction, maintaining strong horizontal emphasis and a uniform, poster-ready color on the page.
Best suited to display roles such as headlines, posters, branding marks, packaging, and punchy signage where weight and width can do the heavy lifting. It can also work for short editorial callouts or section headers when a firm, print-forward voice is needed, but extended small text may read dense due to the heavy color.
The tone is bold and no-nonsense, with a vintage editorial and industrial flavor reminiscent of signage, headlines, and traditional print. Its wide stance and emphatic slabs project authority and practicality, while the softened curves keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact and stability through bold slabs, wide letterforms, and compact counters, creating a classic print and signage presence. The subtle join shaping and rounded curvature suggest an effort to retain clarity and warmth while preserving a tough, confident texture.
The face holds together well at large sizes where the slab details and corner shaping become prominent; in smaller settings the tight counters and heavy strokes produce a dark, emphatic texture. The design favors strong horizontal strokes and stable baselines, giving text a grounded, rhythmic feel in short runs.