Serif Flared Gasa 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neuron Angled' by Corradine Fonts, 'Fairplex' by Emigre, 'Whitney' by Hoefler & Co., 'EFCO Osbert' by Ilham Herry, and 'Clearface Gothic' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, mastheads, authoritative, vintage, robust, editorial, collegiate, impact, heritage, visibility, distinctiveness, display, flared, wedge-serifed, bracketed, ink-trap-like, compact.
A heavy, display-oriented serif with flared, wedge-like terminals and short bracketed serifs that give strokes a carved, inked look. Stems are broad and steady with minimal contrast, while joins and inner corners often sharpen into triangular notches that read like subtle ink traps. Counters are relatively compact, curves are full and sturdy, and the overall rhythm is dense and blocky without becoming slab-like. The lowercase shows a traditional structure with a two-storey a, a compact e, and rounded bowls that maintain weight consistently; numerals are similarly bold and tightly proportioned for strong lineup in headlines.
Well suited to bold headlines, mastheads, and promotional typography where a traditional serif voice needs extra weight and presence. It can also work effectively for logos, packaging, and signage that benefits from a sturdy, heritage-leaning aesthetic and strong silhouette.
The tone is assertive and old-school, combining a classic print sensibility with a rugged, poster-ready punch. Its flared endings and notched joins add a slightly historic, engraved character that feels institutional and confident rather than delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif impression with added toughness and visibility, using flared terminals and angular interior detailing to keep heavy strokes crisp and distinctive in display use.
At larger sizes the angular notches and wedge terminals become a key identifying feature, adding texture and crispness to otherwise broad forms. In longer settings the dense color and tight counters can feel heavy, so it reads best where impact is prioritized over airiness.