Slab Contrasted Komey 1 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Compatil Letter' by Linotype, 'Open Serif' by Matteson Typographics, 'Amasis' and 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, 'PF Centro Slab Pro' by Parachute, 'Adelle' by TypeTogether, and 'Cabrito' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, packaging, sturdy, confident, traditional, scholarly, impact, readability, authority, print feel, clarity, bracketed, bold serifs, low stress, open counters, high legibility.
A robust slab-serif with pronounced, bracketed serifs and a steady, vertical stance. Strokes show clear but not extreme contrast, with thickened horizontals and strong terminals that give letters a grounded, blocky silhouette. Proportions are generous and roomy, with open counters and wide set capitals; round letters stay fairly circular, while diagonals and joins remain crisp and controlled. Lowercase forms read cleanly with compact, sturdy serifs and a consistent rhythm that holds up well in longer text.
It works especially well for headlines, subheads, and editorial layouts where a strong typographic anchor is needed. The sturdy slabs and open forms also suit branding and packaging that benefit from a classic, trustworthy presence, and it can hold its own in short text blocks where clarity and impact matter.
The font projects a dependable, editorial tone—authoritative without feeling ornate. Its heavy slabs and measured contrast evoke classic print typography and a pragmatic, no-nonsense voice suited to information-forward design.
The design appears aimed at delivering a bold, readable slab-serif voice that feels at home in print-centric contexts. It balances firmness and clarity through wide proportions, bracketed serifs, and controlled contrast to maintain presence without sacrificing legibility.
Numerals and capitals carry the same architectural weight as the lowercase, producing a cohesive texture in mixed-content settings. The overall color on the page is dark and even, with strong word shapes and clear internal spacing that supports scanning.