Alex,
I have had both, and I prefer the Silver. Depending on your speed/revs, you can lay it out like mine 5 1/2 x 4 1/2, pin above the bridge, w/CG kicked right slightly. Bear in mind I have above average speed and average to above average revs. The XK is a great ball, and I am willing to bet that with that layout or similar, you can play the shot you want. As always, you can polish or sand to a finer grit with polish for more length.
Dave
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