Slab Square Oklut 4 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP, 'MartiniThai Neue Slab V2' by Deltatype, 'Cargan' and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Martini' by Katatrad, 'Polyphonic' and 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype, 'Regan Slab' by The Northern Block, and 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, packaging, signage, sturdy, assertive, classic, institutional, impact, stability, clarity, authority, display strength, blocky, square serif, bracketless, high ink, compact counters.
A robust slab-serif with heavy, square-ended serifs and low stroke contrast. The letterforms are broad and confident, with upright construction, relatively large capitals, and compact internal counters that create strong, dark texture. Curves are smooth but tightly controlled, while joins and terminals stay crisp and rectangular; bowls and shoulders read firm rather than calligraphic. Spacing appears steady and practical, producing a dense, even rhythm in both uppercase and mixed-case text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and editorial display where a strong typographic voice is needed. It can also work well for packaging and signage that benefits from sturdy slab-serif clarity and an emphatic, high-contrast page presence.
The overall tone is solid and authoritative, with a traditional, workmanlike presence that feels grounded and dependable. Its strong horizontals and blocky serifs lend a no-nonsense, editorial voice that can read as classic, institutional, or slightly vintage depending on context.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, dependable slab-serif voice with square, simplified finishing and a dense, attention-grabbing texture. It prioritizes impact and stability over delicacy, aiming for clear, assertive letterforms that hold up at display sizes.
In the sample text, the weight and compact counters create high impact and a pronounced typographic color, making word shapes feel substantial. The numerals match the same sturdy, squared treatment, supporting consistent emphasis in headlines and callouts.