Serif Normal Ofruj 7 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Serifa' by Bitstream, 'Egyptian 505 EF' and 'Serifa EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Serifa' by Linotype, and 'Egyptian 505' and 'Typewriter' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, longform, reports, bookish, trustworthy, traditional, academic, readability, neutrality, text setting, classic tone, editorial utility, bracketed, soft serifs, rounded terminals, oldstyle figures, generous spacing.
A classic text serif with softly bracketed serifs, rounded terminals, and moderate stroke modulation. The letterforms feel open and evenly paced, with broad proportions and a calm horizontal rhythm in words. Curves are smooth and slightly generous, while joins and serifs stay understated rather than sharp, giving the shapes a sturdy, readable texture. Numerals appear oldstyle in character, blending comfortably with lowercase text.
Well-suited to body copy in books, magazines, and editorial layouts where sustained readability and a familiar serif voice are desired. It also works effectively for reports, academic material, and typographic systems that need a dependable text face for headings and continuous reading.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, with a quiet authority that reads as familiar and established. Its softened detailing keeps it approachable, making it feel more conversational than formal display serifs while still signaling seriousness and craft.
The design appears intended as a conventional, versatile text serif that prioritizes comfortable reading and a neutral, credible tone. Its softened serifs and balanced modulation suggest a goal of maintaining classic structure while keeping the texture warm and unobtrusive in extended passages.
In the sample text, the font maintains a consistent color and steady cadence across long lines, with clear differentiation between similar shapes (like I/J and O/Q) and punctuation that sits cleanly within the texture. The serif treatment and rounded endings help avoid harsh sparkle at larger sizes while remaining composed in paragraph settings.