How is there even a debate about using someone else’s trademark as part of your logo? It’s illegal. That’s the whole point of a trademark.
As for whether the independent shop down the street is using a logo with permission or not, it’s irrelevant. People ignore trademarks all the time; that doesn’t make it legal or wise.
I like this one, but I’m not sure it’s clear that that is a laser without context. It may not matter to you, but it’s something to consider.
If I do this design, it will probably be a laser animation that fades into regular type.
That will be cool. Hope you’ll share it if you go that route!
How about designing a simplified vintage ray gun to be firing the laser? 
https://duckduckgo.com/?t=ffab&q=dr.+gordbort+ray+gun&iax=images&ia=images
Edit: … or put your logotype on the side of a vintage ray gun?
What if you put an “X” shape where the laser beam touches your lettering like the laser danger signs. 
This is correct. I really appreciate you taking the time to ask! Good luck with your business. 
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