Slab Contrasted Ihso 3 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Codename FX' by Differentialtype and 'Battle Road' by Fachranheit (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, pull quotes, retro, sporty, assertive, editorial, industrial, impact, speed, retro flavor, display emphasis, branding, slab serif, bracketed serifs, wedge terminals, ink traps, bouncy rhythm.
A very heavy italic slab-serif with compact proportions and a lively, forward-leaning stance. Strokes show clear thick–thin modulation, with strong, bracketed slab-like serifs and wedgey terminals that give edges a chiseled look. The letterforms have tight apertures and sturdy counters, and several joins show notch-like cut-ins that read as ink-trap style detailing. Overall spacing feels energetic and slightly irregular in rhythm, reinforcing the display-driven, punchy silhouette.
Best suited to display settings where impact matters: headlines, posters, cover lines, and bold pull quotes. Its athletic, vintage-leaning voice also fits team or event branding, labels, and packaging, especially when you want an energetic italic with unmistakable slab-serif character.
The tone is bold and punch-forward, with a retro athletic and editorial flavor. Its slanted, high-impact shapes suggest speed and emphasis, making it feel confident, headline-ready, and a bit rugged.
This design appears intended to deliver maximum emphasis in an italic slab-serif form, combining strong serifs and noticeable modulation to create a fast, vintage-tinged display voice. The notched joins and chunky terminals suggest a goal of maintaining clarity and character under heavy weight while adding a distinctive, crafted texture.
The numerals and capitals are especially weighty and attention-grabbing, while the lowercase maintains strong presence through thick joins and firm serifs. The italic angle is consistent and the slab detailing stays prominent even in tighter shapes, helping maintain recognition at larger sizes.