Serif Other Bura 2 is a very bold, very wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, logotypes, retro, western, playful, punchy, folksy, attention grabbing, vintage flavor, friendly display, signage feel, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, soft corners, bouncy rhythm, chunky.
A heavy, rounded serif with pronounced bracketed serifs and bulbous terminals that give the strokes a molded, soft-edged silhouette. The design favors broad, stable proportions with generous counters and an overall bouncy rhythm, mixing stout verticals with curved joins and scooped interior shapes. Serifs are thick and integrated rather than razor-sharp, and many forms show subtle inward notches and swelling at stroke ends that reads as intentionally decorative. Figures and letters share the same chunky, cushioned construction, keeping a consistent, display-forward texture across the set.
This font is well suited to headlines, posters, and bold display settings where a compact message needs immediate impact. It can work effectively for packaging, signage, and brand marks that want a friendly vintage flavor, and it holds up well at larger sizes where the bracketed serifs and rounded terminals can be appreciated.
The tone feels retro and cheerful, with a hint of old-fashioned poster and saloon signage energy. Its rounded heft and lively terminals make it come across as friendly and attention-seeking rather than formal, giving text a warm, playful voice with a nostalgic twist.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a soft, characterful serif construction, combining strong weight with rounded, decorative terminals to evoke classic display typography. Its proportions and rhythmic shapes prioritize recognizability and charm over understated text performance.
In longer passages the strong dark color and distinctive terminals create a highly textured line, so spacing and line length will noticeably affect readability. The letterforms lean on personality over neutrality, making the face best used where its distinctive silhouette can be part of the message.