Slab Square Abkaf 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, headlines, branding, classic, bookish, trustworthy, formal, academic, readability, editorial tone, sturdy serifs, classic voice, text setting, bracketed serifs, open counters, moderate stress, transitional, texty.
A crisp slab-serif with sturdy, bracketed serifs and mostly square-ended terminals that keep the silhouettes firm and editorial. Strokes appear even and steady, with only subtle modulation, and the curves are round but controlled rather than soft. Proportions lean traditional: capitals are well-balanced and slightly stately, while the lowercase shows a relatively small x-height with clear ascenders and descenders that add vertical rhythm. Counters are open and spacing feels measured, supporting consistent texture in continuous text.
Performs best in editorial layouts, books, and longer-form reading where a stable slab-serif texture is beneficial. It can also serve for headlines and subheads when a traditional, authoritative voice is needed, and for brand systems that want a classic, print-rooted feel without high contrast delicacy.
The overall tone is traditional and literate, with a dependable, print-forward presence. Its strong serifs add authority and structure, while the restrained stroke contrast keeps it calm and readable. The result feels suited to established institutions, reference material, and sober editorial settings rather than playful or highly expressive branding.
The design appears intended to deliver a familiar slab-serif reading experience with strong, reliable letterforms and straightforward construction. It prioritizes clarity and typographic neutrality, aiming for an enduring, editorial tone that holds up across paragraphs and structured layouts.
Numerals and punctuation read cleanly at text sizes, and the italic-free, upright stance reinforces a straightforward, workmanlike character. The slab construction gives words a stable baseline and a slightly emphatic footprint without becoming heavy or decorative.