Superb painting.
Well, while I agree with the sentiment, Warlord is in business to make a profit. If selling updated rule books, supplements, etc. helps them achieve that goal, then I’m sure they will follow that path.
Have there been any major or numerous amendments to Bolt Action 2nd edition? If so, then a 3rd edition would be more likely. If not, then it may just be a reprinting of 2nd edition.