Slab Square Peto 3 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Typewriter' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, book covers, packaging, sturdy, academic, traditional, confident, clarity, authority, durability, print utility, slab serif, bracketless, blocky, rectilinear, robust serifs.
A robust slab-serif with rectilinear, square-cut terminals and broad, steady strokes. Serifs are prominent and largely unbracketed, creating a crisp, blocky silhouette that stays consistent across capitals and lowercase. Counters are open and generously proportioned, while curves (notably in C, G, O, and e) remain controlled and moderately round against the font’s otherwise angular finishing. The rhythm is even and legible, with a clear, workmanlike texture in paragraph settings.
Well-suited to headlines and subheads where strong serifs can anchor a layout, and to editorial typography that benefits from a stable, readable texture. It can also work effectively on book covers, posters, and packaging when a solid, traditional slab-serif voice is desired.
The overall tone feels authoritative and dependable, with a classic, utilitarian presence. Its strong slabs and straightforward construction suggest an editorial or institutional voice—serious, clear, and confident rather than delicate or playful.
The design appears intended to deliver a durable slab-serif look with high clarity and a firm typographic footprint. It prioritizes consistent stroke behavior, emphatic serifs, and straightforward letterforms to maintain readability while projecting a strong, established personality.
Details like the two-storey “a,” the sturdy “t” with a strong crossbar, and the clear differentiation between rounded forms and flat-ended stems reinforce a pragmatic, print-oriented character. Numerals are bold and readable with simple, familiar shapes that match the serifed text style.