Slab Contrasted Hosa 7 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP, 'Bandera' by AndrijType, 'Clab' by Eko Bimantara, 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, and 'Kondolarge' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, western, sporty, retro, bold, playful, display impact, vintage flavor, rugged charm, headline clarity, brand character, bracketed, soft corners, ink-trap like, bouncy baseline, chunky.
A heavy, forward-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and a compact, punchy rhythm. Strokes are thick with noticeable but not extreme contrast, and the serifs read as robust slabs with softened, slightly bracketed joins. Counters are relatively tight, terminals are blunt, and several joins show small notches or ink-trap-like cut-ins that add a carved, stamped feel. The overall drawing favors rounded corners and bulbous curves, giving the letters a lively, slightly bouncy silhouette while keeping strong, rectangular structure.
This design suits big, high-impact settings such as posters, storefront or event signage, product packaging, and brand marks that need a bold, vintage-leaning presence. It will also work well for sports/event promotions and editorial display lines where dense, dramatic color is desirable.
The tone is energetic and attention-grabbing, blending a vintage poster sensibility with a sporty, Americana/Wild West flavor. Its chunky slabs and jaunty slant create a confident, playful voice that feels at home in headlines meant to sound loud, friendly, and a bit nostalgic.
The font appears intended as a display slab that amplifies impact through heavy weight, wide stance, and a spirited italic motion. Details like softened brackets and small cut-ins at joins suggest an aim for rugged, printed-character personality rather than a neutral text serif.
Figures are wide and sturdy, matching the letterweight well for display use, and the italic construction keeps forms stable rather than calligraphic. The sample text shows strong word-shape and a dark overall color, suggesting it’s best where impact matters more than delicate detail.