Slab Contrasted Vaho 2 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Schadow' by Bitstream, 'Finalia DT Condensed' by DTP Types, 'OL Contact Classic' by Dennis Ortiz-Lopez, 'Neo Contact' by Linotype, 'Colonel Serial' by SoftMaker, 'TS Colonel' by TypeShop Collection, 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether, and 'Neo Contact' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, industrial, western, editorial, poster, sturdy, impact, compact fit, heritage feel, signage strength, slab serif, bracketed serifs, squared terminals, condensed, high impact.
A condensed slab-serif with heavy vertical stems and clearly bracketed, blocky serifs that create a compact, forceful texture. The design shows noticeable stroke modulation: main stems feel weighty while joins and curves pinch slightly, giving counters a tightened, chiseled look. Curved letters (C, G, O, S) are narrow and upright with firm terminals, while straight-sided forms (E, F, H, N) read as rigid and architectural. Lowercase follows the same robust construction with short, sturdy extenders and a compact rhythm that stays dense in text and commanding in display.
Best suited for display settings where density and impact matter: headlines, poster typography, packaging labels, and bold signage. It can also work for short editorial subheads or pull quotes when a compact column fit is needed, but its heavy detailing makes it less ideal for long-form body text at small sizes.
The tone is assertive and workmanlike, with a classic, old-print solidity that suggests signage, headlines, and heritage communication. Its narrow build and thick slabs add a slightly vintage, frontier/industrial flavor while remaining clean enough for contemporary editorial use.
Likely designed to deliver maximum presence in a tight horizontal footprint, combining slab-serif authority with a slightly traditional, print-inspired texture. The goal appears to be strong legibility and a bold, utilitarian character for attention-grabbing titles.
Serifs are prominent and consistent, helping horizontal strokes lock into a strong baseline and cap line. Numerals are similarly condensed and weighty, matching the letterforms for cohesive titling and numbering in layouts.