Serif Forked/Spurred Taba 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Copperplate New' by Caron twice, 'The Pincher Brothers' by Larin Type Co, and 'Point Panther' by Sarid Ezra (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, logotypes, vintage, playful, rustic, bold, folksy, attention grab, retro flavor, handcrafted feel, headline impact, bracketed, ball terminals, flared, rounded, punchy.
A very heavy serif with compact, rounded counters and a lively, slightly uneven silhouette. Strokes stay low-contrast, with thick, blunt main forms and small bracketed serifs that often flare or fork into spurred, decorative terminals. Many letters show soft, bulb-like endings and shallow notches that create a carved, woodtype-like texture, while curves are broad and full (notably in O/C/G) and joins feel robust and simplified. Numerals match the weight and warmth, with similarly rounded shapes and sturdy, attention-grabbing figures.
Best suited to display settings such as posters, storefront signage, event titles, product packaging, and branding marks where bold impact and character are needed. It can work for short subheads or pull quotes, but the heavy color and ornate terminals make it less ideal for long text or small UI labels.
The overall tone is friendly and old-fashioned, with a showy, handcrafted confidence. It evokes traditional poster lettering and Americana-style display typography—bold, inviting, and a bit whimsical rather than formal.
The font appears designed to deliver a classic display-seriffed voice with decorative, spurred terminals—prioritizing personality and punch over neutrality. Its forms aim to reference traditional print and sign painting aesthetics while remaining highly legible at headline sizes.
The dense black weight and ornamental spurs create strong word-shapes and a distinctive rhythm, but they also add visual noise at smaller sizes. The design reads best when given room to breathe, where the terminals and bracketing can be appreciated without crowding.