Serif Normal Lekim 17 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Krete' by BluHead Studio, 'FF Kievit Serif' by FontFont, 'Carmensin' by Rafael Jordan, and 'Thermal' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, print design, classic, bookish, formal, literary, readability, tradition, editorial clarity, timelessness, authority, bracketed, transitional, robust, crisp, calligraphic.
A conventional serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. Uppercase forms are broad and steady, with clear stress and generous interior counters (notably in C, O, Q), while joins and terminals stay sharp and controlled. The lowercase is sturdy and readable with a moderate x-height, rounded dots, and a two‑storey a; overall spacing feels open and text-forward. Numerals match the set’s contrast and proportions, with old-style warmth in the curves and a stable, bookish rhythm.
Well-suited to book typography, long-form reading, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif texture is desired. It also works for headings, pull quotes, and formal communication in print or high-resolution screens, where the contrast and bracketed serifs can read cleanly.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, evoking established publishing and academic settings rather than experimental display. Its strong contrast and clean finishing give it a polished, editorial voice that reads as confident and composed.
The design appears intended as a dependable, traditional text serif that balances refinement with practical readability. Its proportions and controlled contrast suggest a goal of producing a classic page color for publishing while retaining enough sharpness for prominent display sizes.
Diagonal strokes (V, W, X, y) maintain a crisp edge, and the serifs stay consistent across stems without becoming slab-like. The sample text shows even color across lines and a calm cadence suitable for extended reading, with enough contrast to add sophistication in larger sizes.