From further study of the photos, it is pretty obvious that this "pistol" was designed only to make noise. the "hole" where the muzzle should be is only about .25 inch deep and the hole out the top goes through to the "cylinder" which likely holds blanks that release the noise or bang out of the top.
Theatrical or athletic event starter gun is the only explanation in my opinion.
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