Serif Flared Gaji 3 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'EFCO Osbert' by Ilham Herry, 'Belle Sans' by Park Street Studio, and 'Ideal Gothic' by Storm Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, mastheads, authoritative, classic, athletic, editorial, institutional, display impact, heritage tone, brand authority, headline clarity, emblematic style, bracketed, wedge serifs, sharp terminals, ink-trap feel, compact.
This typeface uses heavy, high-contrast strokes with pronounced wedge-like serifs and flared stroke endings that give stems a sculpted, chiseled look. Serifs are sharply cut and often slightly bracketed, creating crisp joins and a strong horizontal baseline. Counters are relatively tight and the overall texture is dense, with a rhythm that feels compact and forceful at display sizes. The lowercase is sturdy and upright with a straightforward, traditional structure, and the figures share the same bold, carved quality with strong vertical stress.
Best suited for headlines, mastheads, signage, and other display settings where a dense, high-impact serif is needed. It can work well for sports or collegiate branding, certificates or institutional materials, and packaging that benefits from a bold, heritage-forward voice. For longer passages, it’s most effective when given generous leading and size to avoid overly dark texture.
The overall tone is assertive and traditional, projecting authority and heritage while still feeling punchy and contemporary in impact. Its sharp serifs and emphatic contrast lend an institutional, headline-driven presence that can read as sporty or collegiate depending on context. The voice is confident and loud rather than delicate or literary.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a classic serif framework, combining traditional proportions with flared, wedge-like detailing for a strong, emblematic presence. It emphasizes crisp silhouette, sharp terminals, and a carved contrast that reads quickly and confidently at larger sizes.
In continuous text the dark color and compact spacing create a commanding block, with sharp terminals that add snap and definition. The flared endings and pointed serifs produce a slightly engraved effect, especially noticeable in capitals and in letters with strong diagonals. The numerals are bold and attention-grabbing, matching the display-oriented weight and contrast of the alphabet.