Serif Normal Ofgas 4 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, books, editorial, newspapers, institutional, classic, formal, literary, traditional, readability, text economy, tradition, authority, versatility, bracketed serifs, oldstyle influence, scotch-like, compact, crisp.
A compact serif with bracketed, tapered serifs and a steady, moderately contrasted stroke. The proportions are relatively narrow with tight internal spacing, producing a dense, efficient rhythm in text. Curves are smooth and slightly calligraphic, with rounded terminals in places, while verticals stay firm and straight. The lowercase shows a traditional texture with a two-storey “a” and “g,” a modestly sized x-height, and a clear hierarchy between thick stems and finer hairlines without becoming delicate.
Well suited to continuous reading in books, long-form editorial layouts, and newspaper-style columns where a compact set helps fit content efficiently. It also works for formal communications, reports, and headings that benefit from a traditional, authoritative serif presence.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, evoking book typography, newspapers, and established institutional voice. It reads as serious and composed rather than expressive or quirky, with a quietly authoritative feel.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif optimized for steady readability and a familiar, literary texture. Its restrained contrast, bracketed serifs, and compact proportions suggest a focus on dependable performance in dense settings rather than overt stylistic display.
Capitals are sturdy and stately with conservative shapes and restrained detailing, while the numerals match the text color and maintain legibility at display sizes. The design’s compact width and crisp serifs create strong word shapes and a dark, even typographic color when set in paragraphs.