Slab Contrasted Iswy 3 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, editorial, industrial, retro, authoritative, sturdy, space saving, impact, display strength, print voice, condensed, slab serif, square terminals, closed apertures, high crossbars.
A condensed slab-serif with heavy vertical emphasis and compact proportions. Strokes stay largely even, with sturdy rectangular slabs and squared-off terminals that give the outlines a machined, blocky feel. Counters are tight and apertures tend to be closed, creating dense color in text. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, short ascenders/descenders, and firm, straight-sided curves; the numerals follow the same condensed, robust construction for a cohesive rhythm.
Best suited to headlines, posters, signage, and packaging where a dense, attention-grabbing voice is needed. It can also work for editorial titling or short pull quotes, especially when space is limited and a sturdy slab-serif character is desired.
The overall tone is utilitarian and assertive, mixing a vintage poster sensibility with an industrial, no-nonsense presence. Its narrow stance and strong slabs read as disciplined and authoritative, with a slightly nostalgic, workwear character.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, pairing condensed proportions with strong slab serifs for a dependable, print-forward voice that feels at home in display settings.
In the sample text, the compact letterfit and strong verticals create an even, dark texture that holds together well at larger sizes. The squared slabs and narrow counters make punctuation and small internal details feel crisp, while long lines appear tightly packed and punchy.