I can’t tell if it is truly a bug or intentional, but since the last update the merc models revert to their default skin when gibed. Instead of simply switching to a gray scale version of their current skin like they used to, they switch to a gray scale version of their default skin. For me it’s strange to have all the patterns and markings on the fancier skins just disappear when the model is gibed, but I could live with it if it’s intentional (although I don’t see the point…). However, it’s a lot weirder on the Founders models because obviously the default skin texture doesn’t map properly on these models:
Also, because of the bug that causes Bushwhacker to wear his Lead skin instead of his proper default, his model switches to a black and white version of that Lead desert camo skin whenever he gets gibed, regardless of the skin he wore while alive.