Serif Normal Oldap 3 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, body text, headlines, book typography, print, traditional, bookish, classic, formal, space saving, text readability, editorial tone, classic voice, strong color, bracketed serifs, high-waisted, vertical stress, tight fit, crisp terminals.
A compact serif with tightly set proportions and a firmly vertical posture. Strokes are sturdy with moderate thick–thin modulation and a consistent, slightly calligraphic stress. Serifs are bracketed and relatively short, giving the forms a crisp, controlled finish while keeping counters somewhat tight. Curves are clean and rounded, and joins stay smooth, producing an even, text-forward rhythm with a distinctly condensed footprint in both capitals and lowercase.
Well suited to editorial layouts where a classic serif voice is needed but horizontal space is limited, such as magazines, newspapers, and book interiors. Its dense color also supports headings and subheads that need authority without resorting to extreme contrast. It should perform best in print or high-resolution settings where the tight counters and fine interior spaces can stay clear.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, evoking familiar book and newspaper typography. Its dark color and disciplined structure feel authoritative and serious, while the moderate contrast and soft bracketing keep it approachable rather than ornate. The condensed set adds a pragmatic, space-saving seriousness.
The design appears intended as a conventional, space-efficient text serif that preserves a traditional reading rhythm while delivering a darker, more compact presence. Its moderate contrast and bracketed serifs suggest a focus on dependable, familiar typography for continuous reading and structured editorial hierarchy.
Capitals read tall and steady with restrained serifs, while lowercase shows compact bowls and a relatively upright, economical construction. Numerals appear sturdy and clear at display sizes, matching the type’s dense color and classic serif vocabulary.