Second, : The crossbars of the two ‘t’s must coordinate. They are typically at the same height (the x-height), but their lengths and terminals matter. In a regular, humanist font like Garamond or Caslon, the crossbars are asymmetrical—longer on the left, tapering to the right. When doubled, the first ‘t’s crossbar points toward the second, creating a gestural rhythm akin to a scribe lifting the quill twice. In a geometric regular font like Futura, the crossbars are identical and centered, producing a stark, mechanical repetition that feels precise, almost cold.
When choosing a font for a project: