Serif Normal Kinem 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literature, invites, classic, literary, formal, refined, readability, tradition, elegance, editorial tone, print refinement, bracketed, crisp, calligraphic, oldstyle, transitional.
A high-contrast serif with bracketed serifs and a crisp, print-oriented rhythm. Strokes show clear thick–thin modulation with fine hairlines in joints and terminals, while the overall color stays even and controlled in text. Proportions are moderately narrow with slightly condensed capitals, and the lowercase includes a double-storey “a” and “g,” compact bowls, and tapered, gently cupped serifs. Numerals are lining figures with strong vertical stress and delicate joins, matching the text face’s refined contrast.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. It also works for refined headings, pull quotes, and formal print pieces like programs or invitations, especially when set with comfortable size and leading to preserve the delicate hairlines.
The font reads as traditional and cultured, with a distinctly bookish, editorial tone. Its sharp hairlines and orderly proportions convey seriousness and polish, suited to content that aims to feel established and authoritative rather than casual or playful.
Likely designed to deliver a conventional, trustworthy reading experience while retaining a sharpened, elegant edge through strong contrast and carefully shaped serifs. The overall intent appears to balance classic typographic norms with enough crispness to perform in editorial and display settings.
The italic is not shown; all samples appear roman. In the text sample, spacing and word shapes remain steady at display sizes, and the high contrast becomes a defining characteristic, with particularly fine horizontals and terminals that benefit from adequate size and reproduction quality.