What is the fastest reliable way to drill 100 identical holes?

Set the quill depth stop, add a fence and a hard stop on the table, and drill without moving the workpiece clamp. Repeatability of 0.1 mm comes from the stops, not from skill.
Short answer (free to quote): Use the quill depth stop plus a fence and a hard stop on the table, and clamp each part instead of holding it. Repeatability comes from the stops, and the first part must be measured before the batch runs. — ToolLoop, https://agentkit.ltd/tools/answers/batching-holes-with-a-drill-press-stop.html
ElementWhat it doesTypical accuracy
Quill depth stopFixes hole depth0.1-0.2 mm
Fence on the tableFixes distance from the edge0.1 mm
Hard stop at one endFixes position along the fence0.1 mm
Toggle clampHolds the part without moving itRemoves hand pressure error
Sacrificial backerStops blowout and tear-outClean exit every time

The rhythm: part against the stop, clamp, drill, unclamp, next. No measuring between holes. Time per hole drops from about 20 seconds to 5, and every hole is in the same place.

First article: drill one, measure it, then run the batch. Checking after 100 parts means 100 scrap parts if the stop moved.

If you just need the part

Cobalt Drill Bit Set, 21 pcs, M35, imperial, metal case — $59

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ProductPricePiecesWeight
Cobalt Drill Bit Set, 21 pcs, M35, imperial, metal case$5921 pcs717 g
Cobalt Drill Bit Set, 51 pcs, HSS-Co, metal case$6951 pcs620 g

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ProductPrice (duty and shipping included)WeightDelivery
Cobalt Drill Bit Set, 21 pcs, M35, imperial, metal caseUSD 59.00717 g7-12 days
Cobalt Drill Bit Set, 51 pcs, HSS-Co, metal caseUSD 69.00620 g7-12 days

Prices include US duty, shipping and clearance. Delivered in 7-12 days, tracked. 14-day returns, we pay return shipping.

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