Serif Normal Ohkim 3 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Magica' by Samuelstype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazines, branding, authoritative, classic, robust, formal, classic readability, strong display, editorial voice, traditional tone, bracketed, oldstyle numerals, ball terminals, diagonal stress, vertical emphasis.
This is a sturdy serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and clearly bracketed serifs. Curves show a gentle, traditional stress and the joins are smooth, producing a confident, slightly condensed rhythm in text. Several letters feature soft ball/teardrop terminals (notably on forms like a, c, f), and the overall color is dark and even at display sizes. Uppercase proportions are classical and compact, while lowercase forms are round and weighty with a moderate x-height and generous counters that keep the heavy strokes from clogging.
It suits headlines, deck copy, and pull quotes where a strong classic serif voice is needed. The sturdy shapes and dark typographic color also work well for editorial branding, book and magazine titling, and packaging or identities that benefit from a traditional, authoritative tone.
The font conveys a traditional, editorial tone—serious, dependable, and slightly vintage. Its bold presence reads as institutional and authoritative, with a friendly warmth coming from the rounded terminals and bracketed detailing rather than sharp, modern edges.
The design appears intended as a conventional, readable serif with extra weight and contrast for confident display use while retaining familiar, book-type proportions. Details like bracketed serifs, traditional stress, and oldstyle figures suggest an aim toward classic print typography rather than a minimalist contemporary look.
The numerals appear oldstyle (with varying heights and some descenders), reinforcing a bookish, text-centric feel. The italic is not shown; all samples presented are upright roman forms.