Serif Normal Bokaz 3 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cooper BT' by Bitstream, 'Forrest' by Fenotype, and 'Cooper BT' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, branding, authoritative, traditional, robust, friendly, impact, readability, tradition, authority, warmth, bracketed, rounded, ink-trap-like, soft terminals, sturdy.
A sturdy serif design with generous proportions, full bowls, and a noticeably heavy color on the page. Serifs are bracketed and softly tapered, with rounded joins that give the letterforms a slightly cushioned, ink-friendly feel. Curves are broad and smooth, counters stay open for the weight, and verticals read strong without looking rigid. Overall spacing and rhythm feel even, with a consistent, workmanlike texture in both the capitals and lowercase.
Well-suited for editorial headlines, magazine titles, and feature typography where a strong serif voice is needed. It can also serve packaging and branding that benefits from a traditional, trustworthy feel, and works effectively for posters and announcements that require bold, readable impact.
The tone is classic and confident, leaning traditional and editorial rather than delicate or flashy. Its softened detailing keeps it approachable, suggesting a familiar, bookish voice with a touch of warmth. The bold presence adds authority, making headlines feel emphatic and established.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif reading experience with extra weight and softened shaping for confident, high-impact typography. Its detailing suggests a focus on maintaining clarity and a steady text-like rhythm while scaling up comfortably for display use.
Several forms show subtle flare and rounding at terminals, which reduces sharpness and helps the heavy weight remain legible. Numerals and capitals appear designed to match the same robust, slightly softened logic, supporting prominent display settings without looking brittle.