Serif Normal Korut 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, branding, traditional, literary, formal, trustworthy, classic, readability, tradition, editorial tone, institutional use, bracketed, calligraphic, oldstyle, softened, open counters.
A conventional serif with gently bracketed serifs and softly tapered stroke endings. The letterforms show moderate modulation with a slightly calligraphic feel: curves broaden into stems and terminals, and joins are rounded rather than sharply mechanical. Proportions are balanced with a steady rhythm in text, featuring open counters and a clear distinction between thick and thin without becoming delicate. Details like the angled head serifs, the ear and bowl shaping, and the numerals’ sturdy forms reinforce a traditional, bookish texture.
Well suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desirable. It also fits reports, academic or institutional materials, and brand systems that need a conservative, credible typographic foundation. The strong capitals make it effective for headings and pull quotes when set with appropriate spacing.
The overall tone is classic and composed, with a familiar literary voice that feels established rather than trendy. Its warmth comes from the rounded joins and softly swelling strokes, while the serifs and measured contrast keep it formal and authoritative.
The design appears intended to provide a familiar, dependable text serif with enough modulation and serif shaping to feel crafted, while keeping forms open and steady for comfortable continuous reading.
Uppercase shapes read as dignified and slightly wide, with smooth, generous curves in letters like C, G, and O. Lowercase forms maintain a comfortable reading cadence, and the figures match the text color well for continuous settings such as dates and references.