Slab Contrasted Rofy 5 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Osiris' by Berthold, 'Goodall' by Colophon Foundry, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Amasis' by Monotype, and 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, assertive, sturdy, editorial, retro, workwear, headline impact, print authority, high visibility, classic flavor, strong branding, blocky, chunky, braced serifs, compact counters, rounded joins.
A heavy slab-serif design with broad proportions, compact counters, and firm, rectangular serifs that read as braced and blunt rather than delicate. Strokes show noticeable contrast for a slab style, with softened joins and gently rounded curves that add warmth to the otherwise blocky structure. The lowercase is robust and compact, with sturdy terminals and a strong baseline presence; numerals are similarly weighty and built for impact.
Best suited for headlines, posters, packaging, signage, and brand marks that need a bold, dependable slab-serif voice. It also works well for short editorial display lines such as magazine section headers, pull quotes, and sports or campus-style graphics. For longer passages, it will be most effective in large sizes where the tight counters and heavy color have room to breathe.
This typeface projects a confident, no-nonsense tone with a distinctly editorial and poster-forward voice. Its chunky slabs and strong dark color feel sturdy and assertive, while the rounded interior shapes keep it from reading as harsh. Overall it suggests a classic, slightly nostalgic American print sensibility.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in short bursts of text—big words, strong titles, and attention-grabbing statements—while retaining a familiar, traditional slab-serif character. The combination of weight, broad stance, and braced slabs prioritizes solidity and recognition over delicacy.
The sample text shows a dense, even texture with strong word shapes and clear punctuation. Uppercase forms feel especially monumental, while the lowercase remains compact and weighty, giving paragraphs a punchy, high-ink presence.