Serif Flared Oppy 5 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ribelano' by Frantic Disorder, 'Clearface Gothic' by Linotype, 'Monotype Clearface Gothic' by Monotype, 'Clearface Gothic SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Clear Gothic Serial' and 'Cleargothic Pro' by SoftMaker, 'TS Clear Gothic' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Clearface Gothic' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, book covers, editorial titles, confident, vintage, robust, friendly, dramatic, impact, heritage tone, display emphasis, print texture, bracketed, rounded, ink-trap feel, high-ink, compact.
A heavy, compact serif with pronounced flaring at stroke terminals and strongly bracketed serifs that read as sculpted wedges rather than thin hairlines. Curves are full and slightly squared-off in places, with deep joins and occasional notch-like cut-ins that create an ink-trap-like texture. Counters are moderately open for the weight, while verticals dominate and horizontals remain stout, producing a steady, dark rhythm. The lowercase shows sturdy, rounded forms and a short-to-moderate ascender/descender feel, with numerals matching the same blocky, high-impact construction.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, and bold editorial titling where its flared terminals and dark color can carry the page. It can also work well for packaging and book covers that want a traditional, robust serif presence with a touch of warmth.
The overall tone is bold and assured, with a vintage, print-forward personality. The flared endings and chunky bracketing suggest a traditional, crafted sensibility—more poster and headline than neutral text—while the rounded curves keep it approachable rather than severe.
This design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a classic serif foundation, using flared stroke endings and strong bracketing to create a carved, print-like silhouette. The goal seems to be a distinctive display serif that stays legible while projecting a sturdy, vintage-leaning character.
At larger sizes the distinctive terminal shaping and internal notches become a key part of the voice; at smaller sizes the dense color may benefit from generous spacing and line-height. The mix of wide rounds (like O) and tighter, compact letters contributes to a lively, slightly uneven rhythm that feels intentionally display-oriented.