The model 69 I purchased a few months ago had a canted barrel.

Had to adjust the rear sight as far as it would go to the right to get it to shoot to point of aim for windage. The front sight was also too short.

I sent it back to S&W. Problem fixed, but the serrations on the frame and barrel don't line up.

It doesn't bother me; for me it is just a shooter. It shoots great, so the looks don't matter to me much. Others would have a different opinion.