Serif Normal Ohdav 6 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Albra' by BumbumType, 'Alkes' by Fontfabric, 'Marbach' by Hoftype, 'Velino Ultra' by Monotype, 'Stratford SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, and 'Carole Serif' by Schriftlabor (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, headlines, packaging, classic, scholarly, authoritative, literary, text clarity, print tone, classic utility, strong presence, bracketed, robust, rounded, traditional, ink-trap-like.
A robust serif with broad proportions, rounded interior shapes, and compact, bracketed serifs that read as slightly softened rather than sharp. Stroke modulation is moderate, with sturdy verticals and fuller joins that keep counters open at text sizes. Curves are generously modeled (notably in O/C/G and the bowls of b/d/p), while terminals and serifs show subtle flare and a faintly “inked” edge where strokes meet. The lowercase maintains a steady rhythm with a relatively even texture, and the numerals are weighty and old-style in feel, with strong, centered forms and pronounced curves.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where a strong serif texture is desirable. The weight and presence also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and packaging or labeling that benefits from a classic, authoritative tone.
The overall tone is traditional and dependable, with a bookish, institutional voice. Its heavy, rounded detailing adds warmth and gravitas, lending a slightly vintage, print-forward character without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with extra sturdiness and softened detailing to maintain clarity and richness in print-like settings, balancing traditional letterforms with a more robust, contemporary darkness.
In the sample text, the face holds up well in dense settings, producing a dark, confident color with clear word shapes. The capitals are assertive and the punctuation/apostrophe style reads distinctly, reinforcing an editorial, print-centric impression.