Slab Contrasted Kobez 9 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Kaytek Slab' and 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont and 'CamingoSlab' by Jan Fromm (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book text, posters, packaging, authoritative, heritage, academic, robust, readability, authority, print tone, durability, slab-serif, bracketed, ink-trap feel, crisp, sturdy.
A sturdy slab-serif with pronounced, blocky serifs and clearly bracketed joins that create a confident, anchored texture. Strokes show noticeable modulation, with heavier verticals and slightly lighter connecting strokes, producing a firm but not overly sharp contrast. Counters are relatively open and the curves are controlled and slightly squared at stress points, giving letters a composed, print-like rhythm. The lowercase maintains a conventional structure with a moderate x-height, and the numerals share the same grounded, slabbed construction for consistent color in mixed setting.
Well suited for editorial typography, book and magazine work, and headline systems that need a confident slab-serif voice. The strong serifs and steady rhythm also fit posters, branding lockups, and packaging where legibility and presence are both important.
The overall tone feels editorial and traditional, with a strong, institutional voice suited to serious reading contexts. Its slab serifs and measured contrast add authority and a sense of reliability, while the crisp detailing keeps it from feeling overly rustic or soft.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab-serif workhorse with a classic print sensibility—balancing robust serifs and moderated contrast to read clearly while projecting authority in display and text settings.
In text, the face builds an even, sturdy line with clear word shapes and strong baseline presence. The heavier serifs and brackets contribute to a slightly darker typographic color, helping headlines and emphasized passages hold their weight without becoming overly condensed or ornate.