Slab Normal Abrof 3 is a light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, newsletters, trustworthy, bookish, traditional, utilitarian, readability, workhorse text, editorial utility, classic tone, slab serif, bracketed serifs, open counters, generous spacing, sturdy terminals.
This is a slab-serif text face with sturdy, bracketed serifs and a calm, low-contrast stroke structure. Capitals are broad and evenly proportioned, with rounded bowls and clear, open interior spaces; the lowercase follows with straightforward forms and a steady baseline rhythm. Serifs read as rectangular and supportive rather than sharp, and curves transition smoothly into stems. Numerals are clear and moderately wide, matching the overall even color and legibility of the alphabet.
It suits extended reading in body copy, such as book interiors, magazine articles, and newsletter layouts, where a stable rhythm and durable serifs help maintain clarity. It can also serve well for headings that need a traditional, no-nonsense presence without looking overly formal.
The overall tone is practical and familiar, with a classic editorial feel that suggests reliability and restraint. Its sturdy slab details add a subtle sense of authority without becoming decorative, keeping the voice composed and workmanlike.
The design appears intended as a dependable slab-serif for general-purpose typesetting, emphasizing legibility, consistent texture, and a conventional structure that integrates smoothly into editorial systems.
In text, the face maintains an even typographic color and clean word shapes, helped by open apertures and restrained detailing. The design avoids pronounced quirks, prioritizing clarity and consistency across capitals, lowercase, and figures.