Tackle's topper (6)

I believe the answer is:

helmet

(Other definitions for helmet that I've seen before include "Head protection" , "Protection for top" , "Armour for the head" , "Hard hat" , "Tin hat" .)

I've seen this clue in the King Feature Syndicate.

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