[bamboo-plantations] reciprocating saw blade recommendations

I have a 18v Hitachi reciprocating saw which is my favourite tool for
cutting bamboo, both culms and rhizome divisions. I have been using an
excellent blade on green culms. It is imported from Germany by Sutton Tools
Australia. They sell it under their own brand name with product code 4045.
It has teeth very similar to the better quality pruning saws. It makes a
very nice smooth cut compared to other reciprocating saw blades I have in my
collection. The only problem is they are hugely expensive and I don't
understand why, I am looking for a cheaper alternative. I am sure many of
you are also using reciprocating saws, also known as Sawzall or Sabre saws.
Does anyone have a recommendations for blades for smooth cutting of green
bamboo culms? I haven't tried greenwood pruning blades yet, they are much
cheaper but with only 5 teeth per inch, they seem way too course to produce
a nice cut.

Regards from a wet downunder

Hans

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