Serif Other Ufra 3 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, packaging, branding, classic, dramatic, authoritative, traditional, impact, heritage, warmth, legibility, presence, bracketed serifs, flared terminals, broad proportions, open counters, heavy joins.
This typeface presents a robust serif construction with broad proportions and a steady, even color on the page. Serifs are bracketed and slightly flared, with wedge-like shaping on several terminals that softens the heavy strokes without introducing noticeable contrast. Curves are generous and round (notably in C, O, Q, and e), while horizontals and joins stay solid and weighty, creating a confident rhythm. Lowercase forms read straightforward and workmanlike, with a single-storey a and g and a compact, sturdy t; figures are similarly substantial and sit firmly with wide bowls and clear openings.
Best suited to display roles such as headlines, magazine features, pull quotes, and cover typography where its broad stance and sturdy serifs can establish a strong voice. It can also serve well in branding and packaging for traditional or heritage-oriented identities, and for short-to-medium text passages when a bold, classic serif color is desired.
The overall tone is classic and editorial with a slightly decorative, old-style flavor—serious and traditional rather than playful. Its weight and breadth give it an authoritative presence, while the softened, flared serif treatment adds a touch of warmth and period character suited to heritage-leaning design.
The design appears intended to deliver a commanding serif voice with a traditional foundation and subtly stylized terminals, balancing readability with a distinctive, period-leaning personality. Its broad proportions and heavy structure emphasize impact and presence in prominent typographic settings.
In text, the strong verticals and ample counters help maintain clarity at larger sizes, while the broad set creates a spacious, poster-like texture. The Q’s tail and the wedge-like serif endings contribute to a distinctive silhouette that feels more expressive than a neutral book serif.