Reply to HDJ-1000 Cracks A Lot?

I am about to pickup a good pair of DJ headphones I have always wanted a pair of HDJ-100's just because I don't know really. I like Pioneer they make great products but I hear a lot of people complain that they crack at the hinge. Is this something that happens after a short amount of time or are these just people who play out 2-3 evening s a week or more and get A LOT of use out of them? Anyone who owns a pair let me know what you believe thanks again guys/gals. Also I know a lot of people will recommend I instead get the HD-25's but those our out of my price range as of right now and I'm not sure when I'd have the extra 70$ to pick them up. Thanks again.