Serif Normal Ohdiv 1 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Charter BT' by Bitstream, 'Nena Serif' by DuoType, and 'ITC Charter' by ITC (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, books, editorial, longform, print, classic, bookish, trustworthy, formal, readability, tradition, neutrality, print text, bracketed, oldstyle, softened, open counters, round terminals.
A conventional serif with softly bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation, and sturdy, slightly rounded detailing that keeps the texture even. The capitals feel broad and steady, with open bowls and conservative proportions, while the lowercase maintains clear counters and a comfortable rhythm for continuous text. Serifs are not razor-sharp; they finish with gentle curves and subtle swelling that reads well at text sizes. Numerals follow the same restrained, oldstyle-leaning construction, pairing smoothly with the letters.
Well-suited to body copy in books, magazines, and other editorial layouts where an even reading texture matters. It also fits formal print materials such as reports, programs, and academic documents that benefit from a familiar serif voice.
The overall tone is traditional and literary, evoking familiar book typography and institutional print. Its softened serifs and calm modulation make it feel approachable rather than stark, projecting reliability and quiet authority.
The design appears intended as a dependable, general-purpose text serif that balances traditional forms with slightly softened finishing. It aims to deliver comfortable long-form readability and a professional, established tone without drawing attention to itself.
In the sample text the word shapes stay stable across long lines, and the spacing appears even, producing a consistent gray value. The design avoids eccentric features, prioritizing legibility and a neutral, time-tested presence.