Slab Square Abbaj 2 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, posters, packaging, vintage, trustworthy, studious, utilitarian, clarity, durability, print feel, classic slab, slab serif, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, open counters, sturdy.
A sturdy slab serif with broad proportions and a calm, even rhythm. Strokes are mostly uniform with minimal modulation, and the serifs read as strong, squared slabs that frequently show slight bracketing into the stems. Curves are generous and open (notably in C, G, and the lowercase bowls), while joins and terminals stay crisp and orthogonal. The lowercase forms keep a straightforward, readable construction with a single-storey g and a curved, descending y; punctuation-like details such as the j and some terminals show small ball-like endings that add a subtle softness to the otherwise blocky structure. Figures are clear and stable, with simple, strongly serifed 1 and open, well-balanced 8 and 9.
It suits editorial typography where a strong serif voice is desired—chapter titles, pull quotes, and display settings in magazines or books. The wide proportions and stable stroke weight also work well for posters and packaging that need a solid, legible serif presence, and it remains readable in longer text when set with adequate leading.
The overall tone feels practical and familiar, with a classic, print-oriented presence. Its robust serifs and spacious letterforms convey reliability and a slightly old-style, bookish character without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab-serif texture that reads clearly in print-like contexts, combining assertive square serifs with a few softened terminal details to keep the tone approachable rather than rigid.
Spacing appears comfortable and the color on the page is steady, helping longer passages maintain an even texture. The mix of squared slabs with occasional rounded/ball terminals gives the design a distinctive, slightly human touch while staying firmly in a structured serif vocabulary.