Slab Contrasted Pynu 7 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types; 'Calanda', 'Cargan', and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype; 'CamingoSlab' by Jan Fromm; 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype; 'Metronic Slab Pro' by Mostardesign; and 'PF Centro Slab Press' by Parachute (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, branding, packaging, western, collegiate, retro, sturdy, playful, display impact, vernacular feel, poster style, signage strength, nostalgic tone, blocky, bracketed, chunky, ink-trap feel, soft corners.
A heavy, block-driven slab serif with broad proportions and compact counters. The serifs are thick and rectangular with subtle bracketing, giving the forms a carved, stamped quality rather than a sharp, rational one. Curves are full and slightly squarish, and joins show small interior notches that create an ink-trap-like ruggedness. Overall rhythm is assertive and even, with strong verticals and simplified terminals that keep the texture dense at display sizes.
Best suited to display work where impact and character are priorities—posters, headlines, storefront-style signage, and bold branding systems. It can also work well on packaging and labels where a sturdy, retro voice helps content stand out, especially in short phrases and large sizes.
The tone reads bold and vernacular, evoking classic poster wood type, athletic letterforms, and Western signage. Its chunky slabs and softened geometry communicate strength and friendliness at the same time, leaning toward nostalgic, Americana-tinged messaging rather than formal editorial refinement.
The design appears intended to reinterpret heavy slab-serif wood type for contemporary display use, prioritizing strong silhouettes, confident spacing, and a rugged, printed feel. Its wide stance and chunky serifs aim to deliver immediate legibility and an unmistakably bold voice in titles and marks.
In the sample text, the dense black weight and wide set produce a commanding line presence, while the slab structure keeps individual letters distinct. The lowercase maintains the same blocky personality as the caps, making mixed-case settings feel intentionally bold and graphic rather than delicate.