you what kind of gun should they have "just in case". And they ask how much ammo they should have, etc...

We all get these questions I know.

So, what do you tell them?

I generally ask them some questions to find out exactly what they are intending the use the gun for, but for most people that are just wanting a "some kind of gun" for SHTF, I recommend a .22LR chambered levergun and 10, 500 round boxes of the gun's favorite economy ammo.

The Henry basic model levergun is my usual recommendation and if they press, I say Winchester for brand of ammo.

I really believe that for most people this is the best choice - especially if they intend to shoot it a little and then just store it.

Other recommendations vary depending...