Serif Normal Ofkaw 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, literary, classic, bookish, formal, traditional, readability, text setting, classic tone, editorial voice, bracketed, crisp, balanced, oldstyle, calligraphic.
This is a conventional serif with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke contrast, and a steady, even rhythm in text. Curves are smoothly modeled with subtly calligraphic stress, while verticals stay firm and upright. The proportions feel balanced and familiar, with open counters and clear interior spaces that keep paragraphs readable. Terminals are mostly rounded or gently flared rather than sharply cut, giving the letterforms a slightly soft, book-oriented finish.
It performs best in long-form text such as books, essays, and magazine articles where a consistent serif rhythm supports comfortable reading. It also suits reports, editorial layouts, and other settings that benefit from a traditional, authoritative typographic voice.
The overall tone is classic and literary, with a composed, traditional presence suited to serious reading. It carries an editorial feel—confident and established—without becoming overly ornate or antique.
The design appears intended as a dependable, all-purpose text serif: familiar structure, moderate contrast, and bracketed serifs tuned for an even paragraph texture. Its restrained detailing suggests an emphasis on readability and a classic publishing aesthetic rather than overt stylization.
Numerals align comfortably with the text color and share the same moderated contrast; the set reads clearly at display sizes while retaining a restrained texture for continuous reading. The lowercase shows a gently oldstyle character in its curves and joins, contributing to a warm, printed-page impression.