If AR prices are strong then it is a good time to liquidate. 1911 prices don't fluctuate with the panics.
This is how I was able to fund my Wilson Combat. I got exceptional value out of a bunch of pistols during the panic. The Wilson price didn't change. So I cashed out at the high and bought into a semi-custom pistol. I also upgraded my AR about the same time.
edit: Tax Refund time and stupid politics means you at least have to look into it. Oh, and when you buy your 1911 go with a 5" full size gun for the first. And please don't start another what 1911 should I buy thread. There are a couple members opinions that you should heed and their analysis is easy to find.
Good advice.
If you want to jump into 1911 advice threads for research, I had a couple that might interest you that helped me quite a bit:
https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/handguns/364235-1911-decisions.html
https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/handguns/365790-springfield-1911s.html