Serif Normal Obdok 10 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, reports, branding, classic, literary, formal, trustworthy, refined, readability, editorial tone, traditional voice, text economy, versatility, bracketed, oldstyle, transitional, compact, crisp.
A classic serif with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke contrast, and a steady, bookish rhythm. The letterforms show gently tapered stems and rounded transitions into serifs, with sturdy verticals and controlled curves that stay smooth at text sizes. Proportions lean slightly compact, with relatively large capitals and lowercase that keeps counters open without feeling wide. The numerals and punctuation match the same measured, traditional construction, supporting a consistent texture in paragraphs.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where an even text color and conventional serif detailing are desired. It also fits reports, academic materials, and institutional communications, and can support understated branding when a classic, credible tone is needed.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, evoking editorial and academic typography. It reads as authoritative without feeling overly ornate, balancing refinement with practicality for sustained reading. The shapes suggest a familiar, time-tested voice suited to serious, content-forward settings.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose text serif that prioritizes readability and typographic neutrality while retaining traditional serif character. Its moderate contrast and balanced proportions suggest a focus on dependable performance across body copy and display sizes without drawing attention away from the content.
Curves in letters like C, G, and S are clean and restrained, while diagonals and joins remain crisp, helping maintain a stable color on the page. The italic is not shown; all samples appear upright, emphasizing a straightforward text identity.