Serif Flared Reba 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gibstone' by Eko Bimantara, 'Herchey' by Ilham Herry, 'Unpretentious JNL' by Jeff Levine, 'Golden Record' by Mans Greback, 'Trade Gothic Display' by Monotype, and 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports identity, confident, vintage, sturdy, editorial, sporty, impact, tradition, attention, authority, display legibility, flared terminals, bracketed serifs, rounded joins, compact counters, soft corners.
A very heavy serif with pronounced flared stroke endings and softly bracketed serifs that give the strokes a broadened, sculpted feel. Curves are full and rounded, with compact internal counters and a generally dense color on the page. The uppercase shows sturdy, blocky proportions with crisp top terminals and slightly tapered verticals, while the lowercase stays robust and readable with rounded shoulders and substantial stems. Numerals follow the same weighty construction, emphasizing solidity and consistent rhythm in display settings.
Best suited for large-size typography where its dense weight and flared terminals can read as intentional detail—headlines, posters, editorial openers, brand marks, and packaging. It can also work for short subheads or callouts where a confident, traditional display serif is desired.
The font conveys a bold, assertive tone with a classic, slightly retro sensibility. Its flared finishing and dense texture feel authoritative and energetic, evoking familiar sign, poster, and headline traditions rather than delicate book typography.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a classic serif voice, using flared stroke endings and compact counters to create a solid, attention-grabbing texture. Its forms prioritize presence and legibility at display sizes while retaining a recognizable, traditional serif structure.
Spacing and letterfit appear geared toward impactful display, with wide, stable bases and strong vertical emphasis. The overall character balances hard edges (flat terminals and strong serifs) with softened curvature, keeping the look forceful but not sharp or brittle.