Slab Contrasted Komab 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Alianza' by Corradine Fonts, 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Gaspo Slab' by Latinotype, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, and 'Gintona Slab' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial text, book typography, newspapers, headlines, academic publishing, editorial, academic, trustworthy, traditional, authoritative, readability, print utility, editorial tone, institutional voice, bracketed serifs, sturdy, bookish, crisp, workmanlike.
A sturdy slab-serif with pronounced, bracketed serifs and a relatively even stroke rhythm that reads clearly at text sizes. Letterforms are upright and fairly compact, with solid vertical stems and wide, confident slabs on terminals. Curves are generously rounded, counters stay open, and joins feel robust rather than delicate, giving the design a grounded, print-forward presence. Numerals are clear and straightforward, with classic proportions that match the serifed tone of the alphabet.
Works well for editorial layouts, long-form reading, and information-heavy pages where a strong serif presence improves structure. It can also serve in headlines and subheads when a classic, authoritative tone is desired, pairing naturally with simpler sans-serifs in multi-type systems.
The overall tone is traditional and dependable, evoking editorial and institutional typography rather than display eccentricity. Its weight distribution and strong serifs create an authoritative, “bookish” voice that feels suited to serious reading and structured information.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic slab-serif voice optimized for clarity and endurance in print-like settings. It balances sturdy serifs with open counters and a stable rhythm to create a reliable text face that can also carry emphasis in titles and section headings.
In the sample text, the font maintains a steady texture across long lines, with clear word shapes and consistent spacing that support continuous reading. The slab terminals add visual anchoring without becoming overly decorative, keeping the page color dense but controlled.