Wow that really looks great. Let us know how the finish holds up.
I read this thread earlier today but wanted to see the finished result before commenting.
As you probably know... its best to not to remove the neck too often...if you dont get it
back in the exact same spot, it will usually screw up the action and you will need to get it professionally set up. Fender's look so easy due to the bolt on...but it is something that should be done only when absolutely necessary....but you did it and if you got your action back then great.
here is a link that i found that discusses it better than i did above
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/fts/bismarck_200504A23.html
Anyway....Nice finish and much improved looks great....enjoy