Serif Normal Legom 3 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, print, headings, classic, bookish, formal, literary, text reading, classic authority, print tradition, editorial clarity, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, oldstyle feel, calligraphic, robust.
This serif typeface shows crisp, bracketed serifs and noticeable stroke modulation, with strong verticals and finely tapered joins that give it a high-contrast, calligraphic texture. The uppercase feels sturdy and slightly expansive, with compact, wedge-like terminals and a rhythmic, slightly lively baseline impression in words. Lowercase forms read as traditional and book-oriented, featuring clear bowls and counters, a two-storey “g,” and a single-storey “a,” with rounded, slightly ball-like terminals on letters such as “f.” Numerals are classic and legible, with distinct, open shapes and modest contrast that matches the letterforms.
It is well suited to book typography, long-form editorial layouts, and print-forward branding where a conventional serif voice is desired. The strong contrast and crisp serifs also make it effective for headings, pull quotes, and formal titles, especially when a classic, authoritative texture is needed.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, with an editorial seriousness that still feels warm and human due to the subtly calligraphic modulation and rounded terminals. It suggests established print conventions—book pages, newspapers, and formal communications—rather than a minimalist or technical voice.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with a slightly expressive, oldstyle-leaning flavor—prioritizing familiarity and readability while adding personality through contrast, bracketed serifs, and gently rounded terminals.
In text, the face creates a firm dark color and a stately rhythm, with serif details and contrast contributing more character at larger sizes while remaining readable in continuous reading. The letterfit appears comfortable rather than tight, helping the design maintain clarity and presence across mixed-case settings.