not sure of the usability of this dough hook its really bad shape in my opinion the inner shaft area looks very worn and partially wollowed out is really the only way i can describe it please scroll the pics and zoom in maybe it can be used? maybe it can be fixed? or maybe its bad? i dont really know anything about these and im just offering in case someone needs something like this its offered cheap most of asking price is going to shipping and fees. thanks so much. item will come as pictured. shipping is included for the USA with the exception of AK HI or PR will require additional postage. thanks so much have a great day!!!