Serif Forked/Spurred Falu 9 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, refined, formal, literary, vintage, space-saving, elegance, editorial tone, ornamental detail, condensed, high-waisted, spurred, tapered, crisp.
A tall, tightly set serif with condensed proportions and a noticeably vertical stance. Strokes show clear contrast with slender hairlines and firmer verticals, while terminals often end in small forked or spurred serifs that add a sharp, calligraphic finish. Counters are narrow and upright, and many forms (notably in capitals) feel high-waisted, with long stems and compact bowls. Curves are smooth but constrained, producing an overall crisp rhythm, and the figures match the same narrow, vertical build.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, and display typography where its tall proportions and spurred detailing can be appreciated. It also fits editorial pull quotes, book-cover titling, and branding applications that want a classic, refined voice in limited horizontal space.
The tone is elegant and slightly dramatic, balancing classic bookish refinement with a hint of ornamental sharpness. Its narrow, spurred detailing reads formal and cultivated, evoking editorial and literary settings rather than casual or utilitarian ones.
The font appears intended as a condensed serif for display and editorial use, combining traditional proportions with decorative, spurred terminals to create a distinctive, high-contrast texture. The consistent narrowness and crisp finish suggest it was drawn to deliver elegance and authority while conserving width.
The design’s most distinctive signature is the recurring mid-height spurs and forked terminals, which create a delicate, needle-like texture in text. In longer lines, the condensed width and tall ascenders produce a strong vertical cadence and a tightly woven typographic color, best when given adequate size and breathing room.