Slab Monoline Tuma 7 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, packaging, labels, posters, typewriter, vintage, workmanlike, wry, hand-set, readable texture, vintage utility, printed ephemera, bracketed serifs, soft corners, ink-trap feel, compact, bouncy baseline.
A compact serif with sturdy, slab-like terminals and softly bracketed joins. Strokes stay broadly even, with gentle rounding and slight flare at the ends that gives an inked, pressed texture. Counters are relatively tight and the rhythm is lively, with subtly uneven widths and small idiosyncrasies that suggest a typewriter or handset influence rather than a rigid, geometric build.
Works well for editorial typography, book interiors, and pull quotes where a textured, classic voice is desirable. It also suits packaging, labels, and signage-style posters that benefit from a sturdy, slightly nostalgic serif with good presence in small to medium sizes.
The overall tone feels practical and vintage, with a friendly, slightly quirky energy. It reads as archival and editorial—more human and textured than sterile—bringing a modest, understated personality to text.
The design appears intended to blend durability and readability with a subtly imperfect, analog flavor—evoking printed ephemera and typewritten copy while remaining practical for continuous reading.
Uppercase forms are straightforward and sturdy, while lowercase shows more character, especially in curved letters and diagonals. Numerals match the same compact, stamped feel, with open shapes and firm terminals that keep them clear at text sizes.