Slab Contrasted Agwa 7 is a bold, very wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Macahe' by Rômulo Gobira (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, sports branding, packaging, retro, sporty, rugged, lively, assertive, impact, heritage feel, industrial edge, headline punch, brand marking, octagonal, angular, slanted, notched, blocky.
A slanted, heavy display face with prominent slab-like terminals and crisp, faceted outlines. Strokes show a carved, octagonal quality—corners are chamfered rather than rounded, and many joins form small notches that create a cut-metal rhythm. The letterforms are generally wide with compact internal counters, and the serifs read as sturdy wedges or blocks that reinforce a strong baseline. Numerals and capitals maintain a consistent, mechanical geometry, while the lowercase retains the same angular construction and forward motion.
This font is well suited for short, high-impact copy such as headlines, posters, team or event branding, logo wordmarks, and bold packaging callouts. It can also work for labels and signage where a rugged, vintage-leaning display style is desired, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is energetic and tough, mixing a vintage, sign-painting flavor with a more industrial, machined edge. Its sharp facets and emphatic slabs give it a competitive, headline-ready voice that feels both retro and bold in attitude.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, slanted display presence built from angular, chamfered strokes and pronounced slabs, prioritizing punch and texture over neutrality. Its consistent faceting suggests a deliberate “cut” aesthetic meant to stand out in branding and headline typography.
The diagonal stress and frequent chamfered corners create a distinct texture in text, with a slightly jagged sparkle at word edges. The face reads best when allowed breathing room, as the dark color and tight counters can visually thicken in dense settings.