Slab Bracketed Abgi 6 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, branding, packaging, sturdy, traditional, authoritative, friendly, readability, stability, editorial utility, classic tone, durable presence, bracketed serifs, slab serifs, soft corners, open apertures, robust rhythm.
A sturdy slab-serif with bracketed joins and a broad, even color on the page. Strokes stay low-contrast and consistent, with substantial rectangular serifs that soften into the stems via clear bracketing. Proportions lean generous and readable, with open counters and moderate, steady spacing that supports a calm text rhythm. Details like the two-storey forms and compact terminals keep the design conventional and highly legible while preserving a slightly rounded, approachable finish.
Well-suited to magazines, newspapers, and long-form reading where a stable, readable texture is needed. The strong serifs and confident presence also make it effective for headlines, institutional or heritage-leaning branding, and packaging that benefits from a trustworthy, crafted voice.
The overall tone feels dependable and editorial, combining a traditional bookish voice with the solidity of slab serifs. It reads as confident and practical rather than delicate, with a friendly warmth coming from the bracketed shaping and open interior spaces.
The design appears intended to deliver a reliable slab-serif for contemporary publishing: strong structure, comfortable readability, and a measured, traditional character without sharp or high-contrast fragility.
Numerals appear robust and clear, matching the letterforms’ sturdy serif treatment and maintaining a consistent visual weight. The sample text holds an even texture at larger sizes, suggesting a design tuned for sustained reading as well as prominent headlines.