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You could replace the grip frame and grips with those from an 1860 Army.
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I agree with Hawg. The issue isn't just the dry hands, but the size of the hands.
But I have a small question. Doesn't 1851 Navy have the small grips whereas the 1860 Army has the large grips? Pietta makes the 1860 in the Navy version or smaller version. (I am referring to the overall length of the grips.)
When I switched to the Pietta grips, I found them to accommodate my long fingers better than the grips that came with my ASM. But Bob has a Pietta already. So would changing the grips out be that much of difference?
When I changed out the grips, I ended up having to do a little reshaping with the backstrap and grips. But I like the feel of the new grips.
So if your not wanting to move up to the larger grips and the current grips are just too smooth for your liking, a little sandpaper (150 grit lightly sanded and finish with 1500 grit to smooth out the rough edges) and you will notice a significant difference. Now the next step may sound stupid, but it has worked out for me.
I opened an old can of bowling ally wax and used it in lieu of tung oil. And it has a smooth feel, but seems adhere to my hands better. Sounds a bit tacky, but it worked. Not as shiny, but comfortable.
Here are a few sites to consider. Depends on how much work you want to do and what you are willing to spend.
http://www.vtigunparts.com/store/sho...Army+1861+Navy
Part Number 11 - A889
http://www.dixiegunworks.com/advance...ords=1860+grip