Serif Normal Konem 3 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, academic, magazines, reports, classic, formal, literary, traditional, scholarly, readability, tradition, editorial tone, space economy, clarity, crisp, bracketed, compact, bookish, texty.
A compact serif with bracketed, wedge-like terminals and a crisp, print-oriented texture. Strokes show moderate thick–thin modulation with steady vertical stress and clean joins, producing a firm rhythm in both caps and lowercase. The letterforms are relatively narrow with tight, efficient proportions; counters stay open enough for text, while details like the two-storey “g” and “a” and the curved tail on “Q” reinforce a conventional old-style/book serif construction. Numerals follow the same restrained, sturdy logic with clear shapes and balanced sidebearings.
Well-suited to long-form reading environments such as books, journals, and editorial layouts where a classic serif texture is desired. It can also serve effectively for formal documents, reports, and headings that need a traditional, credible typographic voice without excessive ornament.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, suggesting editorial seriousness and a conservative, established voice. Its restrained contrast and familiar serif detailing give it a composed, authoritative feel rather than a decorative one.
The design appears intended as a conventional, text-first serif that prioritizes familiar structure, disciplined proportions, and a stable reading rhythm. Its compact width and moderate contrast aim for efficient setting while retaining a classic printed-page character.
In the text sample, the face maintains an even color and consistent baseline behavior, with serifs and terminals staying sharp at larger sizes. Capitals read stately and compact, while the lowercase keeps a steady cadence suited to continuous reading.