Slab Contrasted Pino 13 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Goodall' by Colophon Foundry, 'Fried Chicken' by FontMesa, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, 'Typewriter' by URW Type Foundry, and 'Coltan Gea' by deFharo (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, packaging, signage, sturdy, retro, authoritative, industrial, impact, clarity, heritage, authority, durability, bracketed, blocky, robust, compact, high-ink.
A robust slab-serif with heavy, squared terminals and subtly bracketed joins that keep the forms from feeling purely geometric. Strokes are thick and largely even, with just enough modulation to add texture, while counters stay relatively open for the weight. Proportions lean compact, with broad capitals, a solid, rectangular rhythm in the lowercase, and numerals that read clearly at a glance. The overall color is dense and confident, with crisp edges and a consistent, no-nonsense serif treatment across the set.
Well suited for headlines, deck copy, and pull quotes where strong typographic presence is desired. It can also work for packaging and labels that need a sturdy, heritage-leaning voice, and for signage or wayfinding where bold, slab-serif clarity helps maintain legibility. In longer passages it will read best with comfortable leading due to its dark overall color.
The font communicates a sturdy, workmanlike confidence—practical and assertive rather than delicate. It evokes an editorial and slightly retro tone, reminiscent of headline typography used for strong statements, signage, or institutional messaging. The heavy slabs add a grounded, dependable feel that reads as serious and direct.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact and clarity through heavy slabs, compact proportions, and a consistent, assertive rhythm. It balances traditional serif construction with a more industrial, display-oriented weight, aiming for dependable legibility while projecting strength and authority.
At text sizes the strong serifs and dense stroke weight create a prominent horizontal emphasis, helping lines lock together into a firm typographic texture. The lowercase shows traditional, readable construction, while the capitals and figures maintain a poster-friendly presence that favors impact over finesse.