Slab Contrasted Kokav 2 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Pragmatica Slab Serif' by ParaType, and 'Clinto Slab' by XdCreative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book text, posters, signage, confident, traditional, scholarly, robust, readability, authority, stability, editorial utility, strong presence, slab serifs, bracketed, rounded terminals, sturdy, ink-trapless.
A sturdy slab-serif with broad proportions and a steady, printlike rhythm. Strokes are largely even with gentle modulation, and the serifs are bold and mostly bracketed, giving joins and corners a slightly softened, crafted feel rather than a razor-sharp geometric edge. Counters are open and round, with clear differentiation between vertical stems and horizontal elements, and the overall color on the page is solid without looking overly dense. Numerals and capitals present a stable, blocky structure suited to emphasis, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, readable build with compact details and consistent spacing.
Well suited to headlines and subheads where a firm, authoritative voice is desired, and it also performs convincingly in editorial layouts and book-style typography thanks to its stable rhythm and clear letterforms. The pronounced slabs and broad proportions can work well for posters and signage, especially in settings that benefit from a traditional, dependable look.
The tone reads confident and classic, with an editorial seriousness that recalls book typography and institutional graphics. Its slab structure adds a faintly industrial, workmanlike backbone, while the softened shaping keeps it approachable rather than harsh. Overall it conveys reliability and authority without feeling ornamental.
The design appears intended to merge classic slab-serif solidity with comfortable readability, offering a dependable text-and-display workhorse that carries weight in a layout without resorting to high contrast or decorative flourishes.
In text, the font holds a consistent texture and maintains clarity at larger paragraph sizes, with serifs that remain prominent enough to anchor lines and aid horizontal flow. The wide set and sturdy slabs make it particularly effective where a strong typographic presence is needed, while still preserving a familiar, conventional reading experience.