Rooster Cogburn wore one (8)

I believe the answer is:

eyepatch

(Other definitions for eyepatch that I've seen before include "socket cover" , "Optical injury cover" , "Pirate's facial attire" , "Cover for optic injury" .)

I've seen this clue in The Wall Street Journal.

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