Slab Normal Okbof 6 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Brignell Slab' by IB TYPE Inc.; 'Sanchez', 'Sanchez Slab', and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype; 'Eksja' by Protimient; and 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, packaging, signage, sturdy, friendly, confident, classic, impact, legibility, reliability, workhorse, slab serif, bracketed serifs, rounded corners, soft terminals, chunky.
A robust slab serif with heavy, bracketed serifs and a solid, low-modulation stroke structure. The letterforms are broad and steady, with generous internal spaces and softly rounded joins that keep the weight from feeling harsh. Curves are full and circular (notably in O and Q), while straighter forms like E, F, and T maintain blunt, rectangular terminals. Lowercase shapes read clear and workmanlike, with compact bowls and a straightforward, single-storey-style feel in several forms, producing an even, dependable texture in text.
This style performs well in display settings such as headlines, posters, and signage where its thick slabs and broad proportions hold presence at a distance. It also suits editorial pull quotes, branding, and packaging that benefit from a sturdy, traditional voice and a dense, confident typographic color.
The overall tone is dependable and approachable—confident and slightly nostalgic without becoming decorative. Its heavy slabs and softened details give it a friendly, editorial presence that feels suited to statements and headlines as much as to emphatic running text.
The design intention appears to be a plainspoken, high-impact slab serif that prioritizes clarity and durability over flourish. Its softened corners and bracketed serifs suggest a goal of combining authority with approachability for everyday, high-visibility typography.
Spacing appears comfortable for such a heavy design, and counters remain open in the sample paragraph, supporting legibility at larger text sizes. Numerals are weighty and simple, matching the blocky serif rhythm and reinforcing a consistent, no-nonsense typographic color across mixed content.