They're sensible in my opinion. Those lenses can get bashed whether off road or in the urban jungle. I would suggest some protection for the leading edge of the lens while you're at it.
Steve

     On Thursday, July 23, 2015 5:53 PM, Alistair Bell <albell@SHAW.CA> wrote:

 I made some prototypes, really just copies of what I've seen on the net. 1/8" aluminum plate, 1/4" aluminum rod. Spray bomb trim paint.

What do you think, silly or sensible? Maybe not for everyone, but I like how they look on the van.

https://shufti.wordpress.com/2015/07/23/vanagon-rear-side-marker-light-guards/

Alistair