[LASJayhawk]

For the good news, You can get a reproduction escutcheon (and pushbuttons) here: http://www.antiqueradioknobs.com/partlistings.html

The chassis is going to be a lot of work. I would *start* by blowing it off with compressed air. I'm hoping that is mainly dirt and not corrosion... Your going to have to learn how to solder as you'll be replacing parts and some wiring...

I would start with the cabinet work,. keep on the lookout for a chassis that might work, and try to find an old radio person in your area to mentor you a bit.