Laser Weapon Operational

[Thumpalumpacus]

Could a reflector survive long enough to reflect a sufficient amount of light to damage the weapon? Or would it last long enough to deflect the beam?

Since reflector is reflecting rather than absorbing most of the laser energy, I am sure it can survive a lot longer than a weapon which would end up absorbing the energy.

Unless the weapon was also shielded?

Also, I'd imagine that the weapon is probably over powered in order to effect quick destruction ... But destruction of the shield isn't needed, only deformation, which should come even quicker.