Metal ring, tube or cap (7)

I believe the answer is:

ferrule

(Other definitions for ferrule that I've seen before include "Metal cap on end of stick" , "Protective metal cap" , "Metal band on umbrella" , "Cap for protecting the tip of a walking-stick" , "Metal band on the tip of a stick" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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