Slab Contrasted Hobi 10 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Boton' by Berthold, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, and 'Amasis' and 'Polyphonic' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, sports branding, packaging, signage, assertive, retro, sporty, punchy, headline, impact, emphasis, retro display, branding, sports tone, bracketed, rounded, ink-trap hints, compact counters, slanted.
A heavy, right-leaning slab-serif with sturdy stems, broad proportions, and rounded/bracketed terminals that keep the color dense and even. Serifs read as thick blocks with softened joins, while bowls and counters stay relatively compact, creating a strong, poster-like texture in lines of text. The design shows subtle modulation and slightly pinched joins in places (especially where curves meet stems), giving the letterforms a carved, engineered feel rather than a purely geometric one. Figures are bold and open, with simple, high-impact shapes suited to large sizes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and brand moments that need bold impact—especially sports, retro-themed materials, and punchy promotional layouts. It can work for subheads and short blurbs, but is most effective when given room and used at larger sizes where the slab details and strong shapes read cleanly.
The overall tone is confident and energetic, with a vintage, collegiate/sports flavor. Its slanted stance and chunky slabs add a sense of motion and emphasis, making it feel promotional and attention-seeking rather than quiet or literary.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum emphasis with a dynamic italic posture and robust slab-serif structure, balancing a classic display tradition with a contemporary, high-contrast-in-mass silhouette. It prioritizes impact, rhythm, and a confident voice over delicate detail.
At text sizes the dense weight and tight interior spaces can make long passages feel compact, but the strong rhythm and consistent slant keep words cohesive and readable for short bursts. The italic construction is clearly structural (not just obliqued), with terminals and serifs shaped to match the angle.