Guns are tools. Most of the time you could get by with adaptable tools, but a crescent wrench, channelocks and screwdrivers aren't as nice as the exact right tool.
The last time I really wanted a gun, mine was about 6-8 feet away, inside the car. It could have gone either way but it didn't turn into a really needed situation.
Lastly, 30+ years ago my wife wanted a piece of jewelry and said "Honey, I need it!". Since then "Honey, I need it!" has been a joke at our house.
