Slab Square Abkev 8 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, packaging, posters, signage, typewriter, utilitarian, retro, sturdy, legibility, durability, vintage tone, mechanical feel, editorial clarity, slab serif, bracketed serifs, blunt terminals, ink-trap feel, open counters.
A sturdy slab-serif with broad proportions and a steady, low-contrast stroke. The serifs read as bold and blunt, often slightly bracketed, with many terminals ending in squared-off cuts that reinforce a mechanical, workmanlike texture. Curves are round but controlled, and joins show a subtle ink-trap-like sharpening that keeps interiors from closing up. Lowercase forms are straightforward and readable, with a compact, upright rhythm; overall spacing feels generous, producing an even, lightly typewriter-like color in text.
It suits long-form reading in editorial layouts where a firm serif voice is desired, and it also performs well in headlines that benefit from bold slabs without high contrast. The sturdy detailing and clear numerals make it a good option for packaging copy, labels, and utilitarian signage where durability of form matters.
The font conveys a practical, no-nonsense tone with a retro, typewritten flavor. Its heavy slabs and square endings suggest reliability and grit, while the open shapes keep it approachable rather than harsh. The overall impression is industrial and editorial—built for clear communication with a hint of vintage character.
The design appears intended to evoke the dependability of slab-serif printing and typewriter-era typography while maintaining clean, modern legibility. Its wide proportions and blunt finishing aim to create a confident texture that stays readable across paragraphs and prominent display settings.
Capitals feel assertive and stable thanks to wide stances and strong horizontal emphasis. Numerals are simple and robust, matching the letterforms’ blunt detailing and maintaining clarity at text sizes.