Serif Normal Obkef 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary titles, institutional, classic, literary, formal, refined, authoritative, readability, tradition, editorial clarity, formal tone, bracketed, sharp, crisp, bookish, oldstyle.
A conventional serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. Curves are generous and smoothly modeled, while terminals often finish in sharp, tapered wedges that give the letters a clean, chiseled snap. Proportions feel balanced and text-oriented, with moderate ascenders and descenders and a steady rhythm across words. Numerals align with the same high-contrast logic, mixing sturdy verticals with delicate hairlines for a poised, print-like texture.
It suits long-form reading environments such as books, essays, and magazine features, where a familiar serif voice and clear word shapes are helpful. It also works well for headings and pull quotes that want a traditional, trustworthy tone—especially in cultural, academic, or institutional layouts.
The overall tone is classic and literary, projecting formality and editorial polish. Its sharp finishing details add a slightly assertive, authoritative edge without becoming ornamental, keeping the voice professional and composed.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that prioritizes readability and a familiar print tradition, while using high-contrast detailing and crisp terminals to keep the page color refined and slightly elevated for editorial use.
The sample text shows a lively texture where hairlines stay visibly fine at display sizes, and round letters retain open counters. Uppercase forms read as dignified and traditional, while the lowercase maintains an even, readable cadence suitable for continuous setting.