Serif Normal Kodet 13 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, reports, classic, bookish, formal, literary, readability, tradition, versatility, print text, editorial tone, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, flared, oldstyle.
A conventional text serif with bracketed, slightly flared serifs and moderate stroke modulation. The outlines show a calm, even rhythm with open counters and generously proportioned capitals; rounds are smooth and the joins feel lightly calligraphic rather than mechanical. Lowercase forms read comfortably with a balanced x-height, clear ascenders/descenders, and unobtrusive terminals; the overall color is steady and suited to continuous reading. Numerals appear lining and sturdy, matching the text weight with simple, legible shapes.
Well suited to body copy in books, long-form editorial layouts, and print or PDF reports where steady texture and familiar letterforms help readability. It can also support headings and subheads when a classic, formal voice is desired without switching to a separate display style.
The tone is traditional and cultivated, evoking printed literature and established editorial typography. Its restrained detailing and measured contrast communicate seriousness and clarity rather than display-driven personality.
The design appears intended as a dependable, general-purpose serif for comfortable reading, prioritizing conventional proportions, consistent rhythm, and a traditional printed feel across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.
Serifs are consistently bracketed and not overly sharp, which softens the texture in paragraphs while keeping edges crisp. The spacing in the sample text suggests the design is intended to hold together well in longer passages without looking cramped.