Pumpkin head armor durability

We all know that putting a pumpkin on your friends head with curse of binding can be a real hassle. Combine it with a hardcore world, and you got a recipe for broken friendship. So what if they had durability and acted as a helmet, a little tougher than leather. Not only will it add a cool starter hat, but it will also mend your relationship with your friends (please do this, I need my mate back)