I know it’s the luck of the draw but I had an excellent experience with my local Auto Zone.

Ordered the torque wrench in the morning, it was at the store that afternoon. It was big and beautiful! Looked like brand new aluminum, silver and gray, over 3 feet long, 3/4 drive. I would have liked to own it but $350 for one use was not justified. I could have tourqued that nut with one hand! Did have to purchase the socket but the price was reasonable and compensated for the free use of the wrench.

Just my two cents worth, it is possible to get a high quality loaner!