Serif Normal Idnav 10 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cornet' by Berthold, 'ITC Weidemann' by ITC, and 'Beaufort' by Shinntype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, newspapers, academic, traditional, literary, formal, trustworthy, text readability, classic tone, editorial utility, print tradition, bracketed serifs, oldstyle figures, calligraphic, open counters, soft modulation.
A conventional serif with bracketed terminals and gently modulated strokes that read as calm and steady rather than sharply dramatic. The letterforms show rounded, open counters (notably in C, O, and e), a slightly calligraphic feel in the joins, and a robust, even color in text. Serifs are clearly defined but not slab-like, with smooth transitions into stems. Numerals appear oldstyle (with ascenders/descenders), reinforcing a bookish rhythm and a slightly varied texture across lines.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and academic material, where its steady rhythm and clear serifs support comfortable scanning. It also works effectively for editorial design—magazines, newspapers, and reports—where a traditional serif voice is desired for headlines and body copy alike.
The overall tone is classic and composed, with a distinctly literary, editorial voice. It conveys formality and trust without feeling ornate, leaning toward a familiar “printed page” presence suited to traditional communication.
The design appears intended as a dependable, broadly usable text serif: familiar proportions, moderate stroke modulation, and bracketed serifs aimed at clarity and a classic print-like texture. The oldstyle numerals suggest attention to typographic conventions common in continuous text settings.
Capitals are sturdy and well-balanced, with a broad, stable stance and softened interior curves. The italic is not shown; the roman emphasizes readability through generous apertures and conservative detailing, and it maintains a consistent texture in the sample paragraphs.