Slab Contrasted Agju 7 is a regular weight, very wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Dean Slab' by Blaze Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book text, headlines, branding, traditional, institutional, confident, bookish, readability, authority, print flavor, clarity, slab serif, bracketed, robust, crisp, sturdy.
A robust slab serif with strong, squared serifs and gently bracketed joins that soften the transitions into stems. Strokes show noticeable modulation, with heavier verticals and thinner connecting curves, giving counters a clean, open feel. Proportions are broad with ample sidebearings, and the lowercase sits with a prominent x-height and short extenders, producing a compact vertical rhythm despite the wide set. Terminals and serifs stay blunt and stable, keeping the overall texture even and highly legible in continuous text.
Well suited to editorial settings where a traditional slab-serif voice is desirable, from magazine typography to book interiors at comfortable sizes. The broad proportions also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and identity work where clarity and presence matter.
The tone is classic and authoritative, with a familiar editorial presence that feels dependable and composed. Its broad stance and sturdy slabs add a touch of vintage, print-era solidity without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab-serif reading experience with a classic, print-forward personality. By combining sturdy slabs, moderate stroke modulation, and generous width, it aims to balance authority and readability across display and text contexts.
In text, the wide set and clear spacing create a calm, unhurried color on the page. Numerals appear straightforward and sturdy, matching the letters’ slabbed structure and reinforcing a utilitarian, typographic voice.