Slab Contrasted Pymi 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Eccentric Wood Type JNL' by Jeff Levine, 'Octin Sports' by Typodermic, 'Number 154' by Wooden Type Fonts, and 'Winner' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, sports branding, packaging, western, athletic, industrial, retro, high impact, heritage tone, signage clarity, decorative detailing, blocky, octagonal, chamfered, notched, poster-ready.
A heavy, block-built slab serif with squared proportions and prominent, bracketless slabs. Strokes are largely uniform, with subtle modulation coming from the slab joins and interior shaping rather than true calligraphic contrast. Counters are compact and geometric, and many terminals feature chamfered corners and small notches that create a stenciled, cut-out impression. The uppercase reads as sturdy and architectural, while the lowercase echoes the same rugged construction with simplified bowls and tight apertures; figures are similarly chunky with angular corners for strong, even texture.
Best suited to display settings where impact and personality are the priority—posters, large headlines, event graphics, and signage. It also fits athletic and heritage-themed branding, labels, and packaging where a rugged, traditional voice is desired.
The overall tone is bold and declarative, evoking frontier posters, varsity lettering, and utilitarian signage. Its angular cuts and compact counters add a tough, workmanlike character that feels both nostalgic and attention-grabbing.
The letterforms appear designed to maximize visual weight and presence while adding distinctive, crafted detail through chamfered corners and notched slabs. The goal reads as a versatile display slab that can signal Western, varsity, or industrial themes without sacrificing straightforward legibility at larger sizes.
The design produces dense, high-impact word shapes, especially in all caps. The notches and chamfers add sparkle at display sizes, but the tight interior spaces suggest it will look best with comfortable tracking and generous line spacing when set in longer phrases.