Serif Flared Eskey 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This typeface is a flared serif with softly bracketed endings and subtly swelling terminals that give the strokes a gently calligraphic feel. Curves are round and controlled, with moderate modulation and clean joins that keep letterforms crisp at text sizes. Proportions lean traditional: capitals are stately and evenly paced, while the lowercase shows familiar book-serifs structure with a two-storey a and g, compact apertures, and steady spacing. Numerals appear lining and well-balanced, with open, readable shapes and restrained detailing.
It performs well for book and long-form reading, where its traditional proportions and even texture support comfortable paragraphs. The confident capitals and clear numerals also make it suitable for editorial headlines, academic or corporate reports, and brand identities seeking a heritage-leaning serif that remains readable in continuous text.
Overall, the font communicates a classic, editorial tone—polished and dependable without feeling cold. The slight flare and rounded transitions add warmth and a humanist touch, lending an established, literary character suited to formal but approachable typography.
The design appears intended to bridge classic serif conventions with a subtly flared, humanist finish—aiming for a composed reading face that feels established, personable, and versatile across text and display roles.
The sample text shows a calm rhythm and consistent color, with sturdy verticals and smoothly drawn bowls that help maintain clarity across mixed-case passages. Terminals and serifs stay refined rather than sharp, which softens the texture while preserving a distinctly traditional voice.