Serif Normal Ifbuz 10 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Corporate A' and 'Corporate A WGL' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academia, legal, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, refined, text setting, space efficiency, traditional tone, editorial clarity, bracketed, crisp, sharp, vertical stress, tight set.
This serif typeface shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp, bracketed serifs and a predominantly vertical, upright stance. Proportions are relatively compact, with tight sidebearings and a steady rhythm that keeps words cohesive in text. Uppercase forms are stately and restrained, while the lowercase features traditional two-storey a and g, clear stroke joins, and tapered terminals that emphasize the high-contrast construction. Numerals follow the same disciplined model, with strong verticals and distinct serifed finishes.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, journals, and editorial layouts where a conventional serif voice is desired. It also fits academic, legal, and institutional documents, and can serve effectively for headings or pull quotes when a formal, traditional tone is needed.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, with a measured formality that reads as established and trustworthy. Its sharp contrasts and refined detailing evoke editorial and institutional typography rather than casual or playful settings.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that balances economy of space with a refined, high-contrast finish. It prioritizes a classic reading experience and a familiar typographic voice for continuous text and structured documents.
In the sample text, the consistent stroke contrast and firm serifs give paragraphs a crisp, slightly “engraved” texture. The compact proportions suggest it can fit comfortably in dense layouts while maintaining a composed, classical color on the page.